MG6600 series Online Manual Read Me First Useful Functions Available on the Machine Overview of the Machine Printing Copying Scanning Troubleshooting English...
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Changing the WPA/WPA2 Detailed Settings......... 282 Changing the Settings in the Wired LAN Sheet.
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Obtaining the Latest Printer Driver..........Delete the Unnecessary Canon IJ Printer from the Printer List..... . . 385 Before Installing the Printer Driver.
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About Advanced photo Menu........... . Printing Photo with Trimming.
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Scanning Photos............. . 454 Scanning with Favorite Settings.
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Cannot Use the Card Slot........... 570 Cannot Use the Machine on Replacing an Access Point or Changing Its settings.
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Scanner Does Not Work............618 Scanner Driver Does Not Start.
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Symbols Used in This Document Warning Instructions that, if ignored, could result in death or serious personal injury caused by incorrect operation of the equipment. These must be observed for safe operation. Caution Instructions that, if ignored, could result in personal injury or material damage caused by incorrect operation of the equipment.
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Enter keywords in the search window and click (Search). You can search for target pages in this guide. Search Tips You can search for target pages by entering keywords in the search window. Note • The displayed screen may vary. •...
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Note • The displayed screen varies depending on your product. • Searching for Application Functions Enter your application's name and a keyword for the function you want to learn about Example: When you want to learn how to print collages with My Image Garden Enter "My Image Garden collage"...
Useful Functions Available on the Machine Connect Wirelessly with Ease in "Access Point Mode" Print Photos Easily Using My Image Garden Download a Variety of Content Materials Print Items with Easy-PhotoPrint+ (Web Application) Print Easily by Placing a Smartphone over the Machine Connection Methods Available on the Machine Notice for Web Service Printing Use PIXMA Cloud Link...
Connect Wirelessly with Ease in "Access Point Mode" The machine supports "access point mode" in which you can connect to the machine wirelessly from a computer or smartphone even in an environment without an access point or wireless LAN router. Switch to "access point mode"...
Print Photos Easily Using My Image Garden Organize Images Easily In My Image Garden, you can register the names of people and events to photos. You can organize photos easily as you can display them not only by folder but also by calendar, event, and person.
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Place Photos Automatically Delightful items are created easily as the selected photos are placed automatically according to the theme. Other Various Functions My Image Garden has many other useful functions. Refer to "What You Can Do with My Image Garden" for details.
PREMIUM Contents can be downloaded easily via My Image Garden. Downloaded PREMIUM Contents can be printed directly with My Image Garden. To download PREMIUM Contents, make sure that genuine Canon ink tanks/ink cartridges are installed for all colors on a supported printer.
Print Items with Easy-PhotoPrint+ (Web Application) You can easily create and print personalized items such as calendars and collages, anytime and anywhere, by simply accessing Easy-PhotoPrint+ on the web from a computer or tablet. By using Easy-PhotoPrint+, you can create items in the latest environment without going through the trouble of installation.
Print/Scan by Placing a Smartphone over the Machine The machine supports NFC (Near Field Communication), a short-range wireless communication technology. By placing an NFC-enabled Android smartphone over the NFC mark on the operation panel of the machine, you can print photos and documents saved on the smartphone or scan items placed on the platen of the machine.
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3. Tap Printer Setup, then follow the on-screen instructions to set. Printing with the NFC Function 1. Start "PIXMA Printing Solutions". 2. Select Photo Print or Document Print. 3. Select the photo or document you want to print, then set the paper size, etc. as needed. 4.
Important • If scanning does not start, change the position over which to place the smartphone. Troubleshooting Cannot Print/Scan from an NFC-enabled Device...
Connection Methods Available on the Machine The following connection methods are available on the machine. Wireless Connection With an access point Without an access point USB Connection Wireless Connection There are two methods for connecting the printer to your device (such as a smartphone). One method is to connect using an access point, and the other method is to connect without using an access point.
Connection without Using an Access Point • Connect the printer and a device without using an access point. Connect a device and the printer directly using the printer's access point mode function. • When establishing a connection in access point mode, Internet connection may become unavailable. In that case, web services for the printer cannot be used.
Connection without Using an Access Point (Windows XP) Restrictions (Appears in a new window) 1. Press the HOME button (A) on the printer. 2. Flick the screen left or right, then tap the Setup. 3. Flick the screen up or down, then tap Device settings. 4.
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6. Tap Access point mode active. 7. Check the SSID displayed in the printer screen. 8. Tap Details, check the Password (network key), then tap OK. You will use the SSID and Password (network key) in the subsequent steps. 9. Tap OK. 10.
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11. Select the network name (SSID) you want to use, then click Connect. 12. Enter the Password (Network key), then click Connect. 13. When connection is complete, click Back until the screen below appears. Proceed with the setup.
Restrictions When connecting another device while a device (such as a smartphone) is already connected to the printer, connect it using the same connection method as the connected device. If you connect using a different connection method, the connection to the device in use will be disabled. Connection Using a Wired Network cannot be performed on printers that do not support a wired connection.
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• When connecting a device and the printer in access point mode, Internet connection may become unavailable. In that case, web services for the printer cannot be used. • In access point mode, you can connect up to five devices at the same time. If you try to connect a sixth device while five devices are already connected, an error will appear.
Canon shall not be held responsible for any damages resulting from such actions. • In no event shall Canon be liable for any damages whatsoever resulting from the use of the web services.
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When printing downloaded template forms: 1. The copyright of each material (photos, illustrations, logos, or documents: hereinafter referred to as "the materials") provided on the web template printing service belongs to their respective owners. Issues pertaining to Rights of Publicity may arise regarding the use of any of people or characters displayed on the web template printing service.
Use PIXMA Cloud Link By using PIXMA Cloud Link, you can connect your printer to a cloud service, such as CANON iMAGE GATEWAY, Evernote, or Twitter, and use the following functions without using a computer: • Print images from a photo-sharing service •...
Using PIXMA Cloud Link from Your Printer Before Using PIXMA Cloud Link from Your Printer Preparing to Use PIXMA Cloud Link from Your Printer Using PIXMA Cloud Link Cloud Troubleshooting...
Before Using PIXMA Cloud Link from Your Printer First, check the following content: • Precautions If you plan to use the web service to print documents, be sure to check these precautions beforehand. • Network environment The printer must be connected to a LAN and to the Internet. If your printer is not connected to a LAN, see here and set one up.
Preparing to Use PIXMA Cloud Link from Your Printer Follow the steps described below to register the printer information to the cloud service server. 1. Check that the printer is connected to the Internet 2. From the printer home screen, select Cloud 3.
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Note • If you select Disagree, a confirmation screen of canceling the user information registration appears. If you select Yes, the user information registration is canceled, and you return to the Home screen. Even if you select Disagree, you can still use this service by selecting Agree from the registration screen later.
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The registration of printer information is completed, and a list of apps is displayed. here for the description of the apps list screen. After you complete the registration, you can print photos and documents that have been uploaded to apps on the linked cloud service and add/delete/sort apps.
Application Management This section explains how to add, delete, and sort apps. Add apps You can add your favorite apps to the printer. Follow the steps described below to add apps. 1. From the printer home screen, select Cloud 2. On the cloud's Main screen, select Add/delete 3.
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Note • Description of displayed icons : Can be used with genuine Canon ink. 6. Select Register The registration is completed and the app is added to the apps list. To register another app, repeat the procedure from step 5.
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: Cannot be used because it is not yet released, not available in your region, or does not support your model. : Can be used with genuine Canon ink. 5. Select Delete When the deletion is finished, the app will be deleted from the apps list on the main screen.
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• Description of displayed icons : Cannot be used because it is not yet released, not available in your region, or does not support your model. : Can be used with genuine Canon ink. 5. Use buttons to move the app...
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Sorting is complete. To continue the sorting, repeat the procedure from step 4. To end the sorting, select Back and return to the cloud's Main screen.
Using PIXMA Cloud Link This section introduces the photo printing procedure by using CANON iMAGE GATEWAY as an example. Important • The available functions differ depending on the app. • The printing procedure differs depending on the app. • You need to get the account and register photo and other data beforehand.
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4. In the displayed image list, select the image that you want to print, and then select Next 5. Make the necessary print settings, and then select Color A message that indicates the completion of issuing print job appears, and printing starts. To continue printing, select Continue, and perform the operation from Step 3.
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Note • To leave a usage history of this service, from the Home window on the operation panel, select Setup -> Web service setup -> Web service connection setup -> IJ Cloud Printing Center setup -> History setting for this service -> Save. Cloud Troubleshooting...
Cloud Windows This section describes the Main screen of Cloud and the services available on the Main screen. About the Main screen When using the Cloud function, follow the steps described below first and display the Main screen. When you select Cloud from the printer home screen, the cloud's Main screen appears.
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: Cannot be used because it is not yet released, not available in your region, or does not support your model. : Can be used with genuine Canon ink. (2) Add/delete button Use this button to add, delete, and sort apps.
Manage jobs From the Status list window, you can check the status of a job. Settings Select this to set the Time zone. Select your region on the list. For some regions, you can set whether or not to apply the daylight saving time setting.
Cloud Troubleshooting If you cannot print Check the following if you cannot print. • Check that the printer is connected to the Internet. • Check that the printer is connected to a LAN and the LAN environment is connected to the Internet. •...
Using PIXMA Cloud Link from Your Smartphone, Tablet, or Computer Before Using Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center Preparations Before Using Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center Using Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center Adding a Printer Troubleshooting Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center...
Before Using Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center is a service that links with the cloud function of the printer and allows you to perform operations such as registering and managing apps from your smartphone or tablet device, and checking the print status, print error, and ink status of the printer.
Mac OS X v10.6-OS X Mavericks v10.9 Safari 5.1, 6, 7 * When you use Internet Explorer 8, the web pages may not display correctly. Canon recommends that you upgrade to Internet Explorer 9 or later, or use another browser.
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• In an in-house network environment, the 5222 port must be released. For confirmation instructions, contact the network administrator.
Preparations Before Using Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center To use the Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center, you need to follow the steps described below and register the user information. Print registration information from the printer 1. From the home window, select Setup ->...
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Note • You will use this printed page in the next step. Important • The operation to complete the registration should be done within 60 minutes. Access the URL on the printed page, and then enter the e-mail address and other necessary information Important •...
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2. On the Login screen, select Create new account 3. Enter the E-mail address and Printer registration ID of the printer's owner, and then select OK The registration page URL is sent to the e-mail address entered.
Access the URL in the e-mail, register the information, and complete the user registration 1. When an e-mail with the subject "Information on Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center" is sent to the e-mail address that you entered, select the URL 2.
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3. In the user information entry screen, enter your Password, and select Next Enter your password for logging in to the Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center.
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Important • There are character restrictions for the Password, as shown below. • The password needs to be between 8 and 32 characters long, using single-byte alphanumeric characters and symbols (!"#$%&'()*+,-./:;<=>?@[\]^_`{|}~). (Alphabets are case-sensitive) 4. Enter the User name Enter the name that identifies the user. Important •...
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• The password needs to be between 1 and 20 characters long, using single-byte alphanumeric characters and symbols (!"#$%&'()*+,-./:;<=>?@[\]^_`{|}~). (Alphabets are case-sensitive) 5. Specify the Time zone setting, and select Next Select your region on the list. If you cannot find your region on the list, select the one closest to your region.
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The registration is complete. A registration completion message is displayed. When you select the OK button in the message, the login screen is displayed. Enter the registered e-mail address and password, and log in to the Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center. Using Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center...
Printing Your Printer registration ID To add a printer by using Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center, you will need a Printer registration ID. From the operation panel of this printer, print the URL of the authentication site and your Printer registration ID.
Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center window This section describes the Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center screens that are displayed on your smartphone, tablet device, or computer. Description of the Login screen Description of the Main screen Description of the Login screen This section provides the description of the Login screen of Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center.
This displays the descriptions of this service. Description of the Main screen When you log in to the Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center, the Main screen appears. With this service, the functions available to Standard user of the printer are different from those available to the printer Administrator.
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For general users, the Select printer screen appears. Mng. printer screen (Select printer screen) From the Mng. printer screen (Select printer screen), you can check*and update* printer information registered to the Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center, change printer names, delete printers,...
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, the printer is deleted from the Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center. When transferring the ownership of the printer, select Clear the information saved on the printer. • Add printers Select this to add printers to be used in the Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center. You need a Printer registration ID to add a printer.
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Manage users screen From the Manage users screen, you can check user information registered to the Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center, delete users, users, and change the Administrator and Standard user settings. • User deletion Select the check box of the user to be deleted, and select Delete.
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• Sort This displays the screen to sort registered apps. You can use the buttons to change the display order of apps. When you finish sorting, press the Done button to confirm the order. • Latest notices* This displays the latest notices. The symbol indicates that there is a new unread notice.
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• Help/legal notices* The description of the Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center screen and various reminders are displayed. • Log out* This opens the Log out screen of the Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center. (4) Display area The display changes based on the menu you select.
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On the Search apps screen, the apps that you can register by using the Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center are displayed by category. ◦ When you select , the details of the app are displayed. When you select , you can choose to register or unregister the app.
: Can be used with genuine Canon ink. • Properties* This screen displays the status of the printer that is currently selected. You can check how much ink is remaining or details about an error that occurred. You can also access the ink purchasing site and the Online Manual.
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When you select the Mng. printer (Select printer) button, the Mng. printer (Select printer) screen appears. From the Mng. printer screen (Select printer screen), you can check*and update* printer information registered to the Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center, change printer names, delete printers,...
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, the printer is deleted from the Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center. When transferring the ownership of the printer, select Clear the information saved on the printer. • Add printers Select this to add printers to be used in the Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center. You need a Printer registration ID to add a printer.
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Set the Destination printer and the Source printer. Then select OK. (2) Manage users button When you select the Manage users button, the Manage users screen appears. From the Manage users screen, you can check user information registered to the Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center, delete users, users, and change the Administrator and Standard user settings.
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The Registered screen lists registered apps. You can check the information of these apps or deregister them. On the Search apps screen, the apps that you can register by using the Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center are displayed by category.
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• Description of displayed icons : Cannot be used because it is not yet released, not available in your region, or does not support your model. : Can be used with genuine Canon ink. • Properties* This screen displays the status of the printer that is currently selected.
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(5) Notices area This displays the latest notice. Nothing is displayed in this area if there is no notice. When you select Notice list, you can display up to 40 items. (6) Information area This display other information, including the privacy statement and other companies' licensing information.
Using Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center When the user registration is completed, you can log in to the Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center and use the service. 1. From your PC, smartphone, or tablet, access the service login URL (http://cs.c-ij.com/) 2.
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• This is available if you are using a smartphone or tablet. Note • You can use CANON iMAGE GATEWAY to print jpg and jpeg file formats. 1. On the Main screen, select the app to be used 2. Enter the information according to the instructions on the authentication screen, and then select Log in 3.
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4. In the displayed image list, select the image that you want to print, and then select Next 5. Make the necessary print settings, and then select Print...
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6. A print job completion message appears, and printing starts To continue printing, select Continue, and perform the operation from Step 3. To end the printing, select Apps. The screen returns to the apps list screen. Important • If a print job is not printed within 24 hours after the print job is issued, the print job will expire and cannot be printed.
Adding a Printer With one account, you can use the Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center services on multiple printers. The procedure for adding a printer is as follows: 1. Print the registration information from the printer to be added 2. From the browser on your smartphone, tablet, or computer, access the authentication site 3.
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• When you access the service from Remote UI, the Printer registration ID is entered automatically. 6. Enter the Password for the account you obtained beforehand, and select OK Printer addition is completed. If a printer added message is not displayed, follow the instructions on the displayed screen. Troubleshooting Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center...
If the information is still not updated, then check that the product is connected to the Internet. If you do not receive the registration e-mail You may have entered a different e-mail address during the user registration of Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center.
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If you are unable to log in correctly even after entering the correct password in iOS or Mac If you are using iOS or Mac, and the password contains the ¥ symbol, enter a backslash instead. For instructions on entering a backslash, see the OS help.
Printing with Google Cloud Print The printer is compatible with Google Cloud Print™ (Google Cloud Print is a service provided by Google Inc.). By using Google Cloud Print, you can print from anywhere with applications or services supporting Google Cloud Print. Preparations for Printing with Google Cloud Print Printing from Computer or Smartphone with Google Cloud Print Important...
Preparations for Printing with Google Cloud Print To print with Google Cloud Print, you need to get Google account and register the printer with Google Cloud Print in advance. Getting Google Account If you already have Google account, register the printer. Registering the Printer with Google Cloud Print Getting Google Account First, get your Google account in order to register the printer with Google Cloud Print.
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2. From the Home screen, select Setup 3. Select Web service setup -> Connection setup -> Google Cloud Print setup -> Register with Google Cloud Print Note • If you have already registered the printer with Google Cloud Print, the confirmation message to re-register the printer is displayed.
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3. Select Web service setup -> Connection setup -> Google Cloud Print setup -> Delete from Google Cloud Print 4. When the confirmation screen to delete the printer is displayed, select Yes...
Printing from Computer or Smartphone with Google Cloud Print When you send print data with Google Cloud Print, the printer receives the print data and prints it automatically if the printer is turned on. When printing from a smartphone, tablet, computer, or other external device by using Google Cloud Print, load paper into the printer in advance.
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• If you select plain paper as media type or if you select B5/A5-size as paper size, the print data is printed with border even when you select the borderless print setting. • The print results may differ from the print image depending on the print data. •...
Printing from AirPrint Compliant Device This document explains how to use AirPrint to print wirelessly from your iPad, iPhone and iPod touch to a Canon printer. AirPrint enables you to print photos, email, Web pages and documents from your Apple device directly to your printer without installing a driver.
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3. From the menu options, tap Print. 4. From Printer Options, select the model that you are using. Important • Because some app does not support AirPrint, Printer Options may not be displayed. If an app does not let you use printer options, you cannot print from that app. Note •...
5. When printing a file type that has multiple pages, such as a PDF file, click Range and then click All Pages or select the range of pages to be printed. 6. For 1 Copy, click + or - to set the number of required copies. 7.
Deleting a Print Job To delete a print job with AirPrint, use one of the following two methods: • From the printer: If your printer has a LCD monitor, use the operation panel to cancel the print job. If you printer does not have a LCD monitor, press the Stop button on the printer to cancel the print job.
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Note • After you turn on the printer, it may take few minutes before the printer can communicate through a wireless LAN connection. Confirm that the printer is connected to the wireless LAN, and then try printing. • If Bonjour on the printer is disabled, AirPrint cannot be used. Check the LAN settings on the printer, and enable Bonjour.
You can use your smartphone, tablet, or computer to check the Printer status and execute utility functions from apps such as Canon Inkjet Print Utility and PIXMA Printing Solutions. You can also use the convenient web services presented by Canon.
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Printer status This function displays printer information such as the remaining ink amount, the status, and detailed error information. You can also connect to the ink purchase site or support page, and use Web Services. Utilities This function allows you to set and execute the printer utility functions such as cleaning. AirPrint settings This function allows you to specify the Apple AirPrint settings, such as position information.
Online Storage Integration Function The printer can integrate with online storage services such as Evernote. Integration with Online Notetaking Service "Evernote" If an Evernote client application is installed on your computer, you can import scanned images into the application and upload them to the Evernote server. The uploaded images can be browsed from other computers, smartphones, etc.
You can print simply from outside like a travel destination. Also, your family or friends can print by registering beforehand. You can use Print from E-mail on any Canon printer that supports the service. Checking Your Environment First, check your environment.
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4. Access the URL provided in the e-mail and complete the printer registration process Note • The e-mail address that appears on the screen when you have finished registering is the e-mail address that will be used just for the Print from E-mail function. For details about the registration procedure, see here Printing from Your Smartphone, Tablet, or Computer 1.
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Use the Service With More Than One Person To allow multiple users to use this function, register users (other than the printer's owner) as members. 1. The printer's owner uses his/her smartphone, tablet, or computer to access the service's login URL (https://pr.mp.c-ij.com/po) and logs in 2.
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If you want to check the error details, the printer owner have to access the login URL (https://pr.mp.c- ij.com/po). Note • For a wireless LAN connection, after the printer is turned on, it may take a few minutes before communication becomes possible. Confirm that your printer is connected to the wireless LAN, and then try printing.
Preparing to Use Print from E-mail To use this service to print a photo or document, you need to follow the procedure provided below and register the printer. Print the Printer Registration Page's URL and the PIN Code First, print the printer registration page's URL and the PIN code. Check that there is sufficient amount of ink in the printer, and then print using the printer's operation panel.
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Important • An e-mail is sent with the required information for completing the registration to the e-mail address entered for the printer's owner. • If domain-specific reception is set, change the setting so that mail can be received from "info@mp.c-ij.com" Note •...
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Important • The maximum number of characters that can be entered is 30. 6. In the Confirm Owner Registration window, check the registration information, and select Register A temporary password will be displayed. Important • The temporary password that appears is not included in the notification e-mail. Be sure to write down the temporary password before closing the screen.
Timezone List (UTC-12:00) International Date Line West (UTC-11:00) Midway Island (UTC-10:00) Hawaii (UTC-09:00) Alaska (UTC-08:00) Tijuana, Baja California, Pacific Time (US & Canada) (UTC-07:00) Arizona, Chihuahua, La Paz, Mazatlan, Mountain Time (US & Canada) (UTC-06:00) Guadalajara, Mexico City, Monterrey, Saskatchewan, Central America, Central Time (US & Canada) (UTC-05:00) Indiana (East), Bogota, Lima, Quito, Eastern Time (US &...
Print Easily from a Smartphone or Tablet with PIXMA Printing Solutions Use PIXMA Printing Solutions to easily print photos saved on a smartphone or tablet wirelessly. You can also receive scanned data (PDF or JPEG) directly on a smartphone or tablet without using a computer.
When the connection is complete, the Canon Inkjet Print Utility software, which allows you to specify detailed print settings, is downloaded automatically. By using Canon Inkjet Print Utility, you can check the Printer status and specify detailed print settings. (The available functions will differ depending on your usage environment and connection method.)
Overview of the Machine Safety Guide Safety Precautions Regulatory and Safety Information Main Components and Basic Operations Main Components About the Power Supply of the Machine Using the Operation Panel Loading Paper / Originals Loading Paper Loading Originals Inserting the Memory Card Replacing an Ink Tank Replacing an Ink Tank Checking the Ink Status from Your Computer...
Safety Precautions Choosing a location • Do not install the machine in a location that is unstable or subject to excessive vibration. • Do not install the machine in locations that are very humid or dusty, in direct sunlight, outdoors, or close to a heating source.
20cm between the radiator and persons body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles) and must not be colocated or operated with any other antenna or transmitter. Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Park Melville, New York 11747...
For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, waste authority, approved WEEE scheme or your household waste disposal service. For more information regarding return and recycling of WEEE products, please visit www.canon- europe.com/weee.
If you wish to set a longer Activation Time or would like to completely deactivate the Power Save Mode, please consider that this device may then only switch to a lower energy level after a longer period of time or not at all. Canon does not recommend extending the Activation Times from the optimum ones set as default.
® Energy Star ® The Energy Star programme is a voluntary scheme to promote the development and purchase of energy efficient models, which help to minimise environmental impact. ® Products which meet the stringent requirements of the Energy Star programme for both environmental ®...
Front View (1) operation panel Use to change the settings of the machine or to operate it. Also, lift and open it to replace an ink tank, to check the ink lamp, or to remove jammed paper inside the machine. Operation Panel (2) document cover Open to load an original on the platen glass.
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(10) card slot Insert a memory card. Before Inserting the Memory Card (11) Access lamp Lights or flashes to indicate the memory card status. Inserting the Memory Card (12) platen glass Load an original here.
Rear View (1) transport unit Open to remove jammed paper. (2) power cord connector Plug in the supplied power cord. (3) USB port Plug in the USB cable to connect the machine with a computer. Important • Do not touch the metal casing. •...
Inside View (1) ink lamps Lights or flashes to indicate the ink tank status. Checking the Ink Status with the Ink Lamps (2) print head holder The print head is pre-installed. Note • For details on replacing an ink tank, see Replacing an Ink Tank.
Cancels operation when print, copy, or scan job is in progress. (7) NFC (Near Field Communication) mark Pass an NFC-enabled smartphone, etc. with a Canon NFC-compliant application installed on it over this mark to perform printing and other operations. (8) Alarm lamp Lights or flashes when an error occurs.
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Flashes: Printing or scanning over wireless LAN. Also flashes while configuring the wireless LAN connection.
About the Power Supply of the Machine Confirming that the Power Is On Turning the Machine On and Off Notice for the Power Plug/Power Cord Notice for Unplugging the Power Cord...
Confirming that the Power Is On The POWER lamp is lit when the machine is turned on. Even if the touch screen is off, if the POWER lamp is lit, the machine is on. Note • It may take a while for the machine to start printing immediately after you turn on the machine. •...
Turning the Machine On and Off Turning on the machine 1. Press the ON button to turn on the machine. The POWER lamp flashes and then remains lit. Confirming that the Power Is On Note • It may take a while for the machine to start printing immediately after you turn on the machine. •...
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Important • When you unplug the power cord after turning off the machine, be sure to confirm that the POWER lamp is off. Note • You can set the machine to automatically turn off when no operations are performed or no print jobs are sent to the machine for a certain interval.
Notice for the Power Plug/Power Cord Unplug the power cord once a month to confirm that the power plug/power cord does not have anything unusual described below. • The power plug/power cord is hot. • The power plug/power cord is rusty. •...
Notice for Unplugging the Power Cord To unplug the power cord, follow the procedure below. Important • When you unplug the power cord, press the ON button, then confirm that the POWER lamp is off. Unplugging the power cord while the POWER lamp is lit or flashing may cause drying or clogging of the print head and print quality may be reduced.
Using the Operation Panel The operation panel consists of the touch screen (A) and buttons (B). Touch the HOME screen on the touch screen with your finger tip to select menus for copying, scanning, and other functions. The HOME screen comprises three separate screens. (A) touch screen (B) Buttons on the operation panel Basic Operation of the touch screen...
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Touch Touch lightly with your finger tip. To move forward (or go back) menus or photos continuously, keep touching the forward (or back) mark. Flick Flick your finger on the screen up, down, left, or right. Use to switch menus or move forward or backward through photos. Drag While lightly touching the screen, move your finger up, down, left, or right.
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An Operation Example of the touch screen Example: The touch screen operation on the photo selection screen in Photo print Flick your finger left or right on a photo to display the next or previous photo. You can also tap the marks (C) to do the same. To move continuously forwards or backwards through photos, hold your touch on either of the marks (C).
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Tap (K) to enlarge the photo and (L) to reduce it. Drag your finger on the photo to display the part you want to see. Tap (G) to display the Settings screen. Drag the screen up or down and tap an item to select. This opens another list of items.
• If you cut plain paper into small size such as 4" x 6" (10 x 15 cm) or 5" x 7" (13 x 18 cm) to perform trial print, it can cause paper jams. Note • We recommend Canon genuine photo paper for printing photos. For details on the Canon genuine paper, see Media Types You Can Use.
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2. Holding the right tab on the front cover, pull out the cassette until it stops. 3. Use the right paper guide (A) to slide both paper guides all the way out. 4. Load the paper in the center of the cassette WITH THE PRINT SIDE FACING DOWN. Push the paper stack all the way to the back of the cassette.
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5. Slide the right paper guide (A) to align the paper guides with both sides of the paper stack. Do not slide the paper guides too hard against the paper. The paper may not be fed properly. Note • Do not load sheets of paper higher than the load limit mark (D). •...
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6. Holding the right tab on the front cover, push the cassette back until the arrow ( ) on the front cover is aligned with the arrow ( ) on the machine. After pushing the cassette back, the paper information registration screen is displayed on the touch screen. 7.
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Important • Be sure to open the paper output tray when printing. If not open, the machine cannot start printing. Note • When printing, select the size and type of the loaded paper on the print settings screen of the operation panel or printer driver.
Loading Envelopes You can load Envelope DL and Envelope Com 10. The address is automatically rotated and printed according to the envelope's direction by specifying with the printer driver properly. Important • Printing of envelopes from the operation panel or from a digital camera is not supported. •...
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2. Holding the right tab on the front cover, pull out the cassette until it stops. 3. Use the right paper guide (A) to slide both paper guides all the way out. 4. Load the envelopes in the center of the cassette WITH THE ADDRESS SIDE FACING DOWN.
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5. Slide the right paper guide (A) to align the paper guides with both sides of the envelopes. Do not slide the paper guides too hard against the envelopes. The envelopes may not be fed properly. Note • Do not load envelopes higher than the load limit mark (D). •...
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7. Select the size and type of the loaded envelopes in the cassette at Page size and Type, then tap OK. Paper setting for Printing 3. Open the paper output tray. 1. Extend the paper support (F), then open the output tray extension (G). 2.
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Important • Be sure to open the paper output tray when printing. If not open, the machine cannot start printing. Note • When printing, select the size and type of the loaded envelopes on the print settings screen of the printer driver.
Media Types You Can Use Choose paper suitable for printing, for the best print results. Canon provides you various types of paper to enhance the fun of printing, such as stickers as well as papers for photo or document. We recommend the use of Canon genuine paper for printing your important photos.
• 17 to 28 lb (64 to 105 g /m ) (plain paper except for Canon genuine paper) Do not use heavier or lighter paper (except for Canon genuine paper), as it could jam in the machine. Notes on Storing Paper •...
(10 sheets: Legal) (10 sheets: Legal) Envelopes 5 envelopes Canon Genuine Papers Note • We recommend that you remove the previously printed sheet from the paper output tray before continuously printing to avoid blurs and discoloration (except for High Resolution Paper <HR-101N>).
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*1 Proper feeding of paper may not be possible at the maximum capacity depending on the type of paper or environmental conditions (either very high or low temperature or humidity). In such cases, reduce the number of paper you load at a time to less than half. *2 We recommend that you remove the previously printed envelope from the paper output tray before continuously printing to avoid blurs and discoloration.
• Paper that is too thin (weighing less than 17 lb (64 g /m • Paper that is too thick (plain paper weighing more than 28 lb (105 g /m ), except for Canon genuine paper) • Paper thinner than a postcard, including plain paper or notepad paper cut to a small size (when printing on paper smaller than A5) •...
Recommended printing area : Canon recommends that you print within this area. Printable area : The area where it is possible to print. However, printing in this area can affect the print quality or the paper feed precision.
Other Sizes than Letter, Legal, Envelopes Size Printable Area (width x height) 5.56 x 7.95 inches (141.2 x 202.0 mm) 8.00 x 11.38 inches (203.2 x 289.0 mm) 6.90 x 9.80 inches (175.2 x 249.0 mm) 4" x 6" (10 x 15 cm) 3.73 x 5.69 inches (94.8 x 144.4 mm) 5"...
Letter, Legal Size Printable Area (width x height) Letter 8.00 x 10.69 inches (203.2 x 271.4 mm) Legal 8.00 x 13.69 inches (203.2 x 347.6 mm) Recommended printing area (A) 1.70 inches (43.3 mm) (B) 1.47 inches (37.4 mm) Printable area (C) 0.12 inch (3.0 mm) (D) 0.20 inch (5.0 mm) (E) 0.25 inch (6.4 mm)
Envelopes Size Recommended Printing Area (width x height) Envelope DL 3.88 x 7.06 inches (98.8 x 179.5 mm) Envelope Com 10 3.68 x 7.90 inches (93.5 x 200.8 mm) Recommended printing area (A) 0.31 inch (8.0 mm) (B) 1.28 inches (32.5 mm) (C) 0.22 inch (5.6 mm) (D) 0.22 inch (5.6 mm)
Loading Originals Loading Originals on the Platen Glass How to Load Originals for Each Function Originals You Can Load How to Detach / Attach the Document Cover...
Loading Originals on the Platen Glass 1. Load an original on the platen glass. 1. Open the document cover. 2. Load the original WITH THE SIDE TO SCAN FACING DOWN on the platen glass. Originals You Can Load How to Load Originals for Each Function Important •...
How to Load Originals for Each Function Load the original in the correct position according to the function to use. If you do not load the original correctly, it may not be scanned properly. Loading the Original to Be Aligned with the alignment mark •...
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◦ select Photo for Doc.type and specify Auto scan for Scan size to scan one original • Scan one printed photo, postcard, business card, or disc with a software application on a computer Place the original WITH THE SIDE TO SCAN FACING DOWN, with 0.4 inch (1 cm) or more space between the edges (diagonally striped area) of the platen glass.
Originals You Can Load Item Details Types of originals - Text document, magazine, or newspaper - Printed photo, postcard, business card, or disc (BD/DVD/CD, etc.) Size (width x height) Max. 8.5 x 11.7 inches (216 x 297 mm) Note • When loading a thick original such as a book on the platen glass, you can load it by removing the document cover from the machine.
How to Detach / Attach the Document Cover Detaching the document cover: Hold up the document cover vertically and then tip it back. Attaching the document cover: Fit both hinges (A) of the document cover into the holder (B) and insert both hinges of the document cover vertically as illustrated below.
Before Inserting the Memory Card The following types of memory cards and image data are compatible with the machine. Important • If you took and saved photos on a type of memory card that does not guarantee the operation on your digital camera, the image data may be unreadable on the machine or damaged.
Printable Image Data • This machine accepts images taken with a camera compliant with the Design rule for Camera File system (Exif 2.2/2.21/2.3 compliant), TIFF (Exif 2.2/2.21/2.3 compliant). Other image or movie types such as RAW images cannot be printed. •...
Inserting the Memory Card Important • When a memory card is inserted into the card slot, the Access lamp is lit. When the Access lamp is flashing, the machine is accessing the memory card. In this case, do not touch the area around the card slot.
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Insert the following types of memory cards into the lower card slot: • SD Secure Digital memory card, SDHC memory card • miniSD Card , miniSDHC Card • microSD Card , microSDHC Card Important • Part of the memory card will protrude from the card slot, but do not force it into the slot any further. This can damage the machine or the memory card.
Removing the Memory Card Important • If you used the card slot as the memory card drive of a computer, you must perform the "safe removal" operation on your computer before physically removing the memory card from the machine. Setting Up the Card Slot as the Memory Card Drive of the Computer 1.
Replacing an Ink Tank When remaining ink cautions or errors occur, the message will appear on the touch screen to inform you of the error. Take appropriate action according to the message. A Message Is Displayed Note • If print results become faint or white streaks appear despite sufficient ink levels, see Maintenance Procedure.
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Open the operation panel (A) until it stops. The print head holder moves to the replacement position. Caution • Do not hold the print head holder to stop or move it forcibly. Do not touch the print head holder until it stops completely. Important •...
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5. Prepare a new ink tank. 1. Take a new ink tank out of its package, remove the orange tape ( ) completely, then remove the protective film ( ) completely. Important • Handle an ink tank carefully. Do not drop or apply excessive pressure to it. •...
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Important • Do not push the sides of the ink tank. If you push the sides of the ink tank with the Y-shape air hole (D) blocked, ink may splash. • Do not touch the inside of the orange protective cap (E) or the open ink port (F). The ink may stain your hands if you touch them.
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Important • You cannot print if the ink tank is installed in the wrong position. Be sure to install the ink tank in the correct position according to the label on the print head holder. • You cannot print unless all the ink tanks are installed. Be sure to install all the ink tanks. 7.
You can check the detailed information such as the remaining ink level and the ink tank types of your model. 1. Select Ink Level Information from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility An illustration of the ink types and their status is displayed.
Checking the Ink Status Checking the Ink Status with the Touch Screen on the Machine Checking the Ink Status with the Ink Lamps You can also check the ink status on the computer screen. Checking the Ink Status from Your Computer...
Checking the Ink Status with the Touch Screen on the Machine 1. Make sure that the power is turned on, and display the HOME screen. If the HOME screen is not displayed, press the HOME button to display it. 2. Flick the HOME screen, then tap Setup.
Checking the Ink Status with the Ink Lamps 1. Make sure that the power is turned on. 2. Open the front cover, then open the paper output tray. 3. Lift the operation panel and open until it stops. Replacing Procedure 4.
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removed from the bottom of the ink tank, then press on the top of the ink tank until the ink tank clicks into place. If the ink lamp is still off after reinstalling the ink tank, there has been an error and the machine cannot print.
When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Maintenance Procedure Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Cleaning the Print Head Cleaning the Print Head Deeply Aligning the Print Head...
Maintenance Procedure If print results are blurred, colors are not printed correctly, or print results are unsatisfactory (e.g. misaligned printed ruled lines), perform the maintenance procedure below. Important • Do not rinse or wipe the print head and ink tank. This can cause trouble with the print head and ink tank.
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Cleaning the Print Heads from Your Computer After cleaning the print head, print and examine the nozzle check pattern: Step1 If the problem is not resolved after performing from step 1 to step 3 twice: Clean the print head deeply. Step4 From the machine Cleaning the Print Head Deeply...
Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Print the nozzle check pattern to determine whether the ink ejects properly from the print head nozzle. Note • If the remaining ink level is low, the nozzle check pattern will not be printed correctly. Replace the ink tank whose ink is low.
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The confirmation screen will appear. 4. Tap Yes. The nozzle check pattern will be printed and two pattern confirmation screens will appear on the touch screen. Examine the nozzle check pattern.
Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Examine the nozzle check pattern, and clean the print head if necessary. 1. Check if there are missing lines in the pattern (C) or horizontal white streaks in the pattern (D). (A) No missing lines/No horizontal white streaks (B) Lines are missing/Horizontal white streaks are present (E) Number of sheets printed so far 2.
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The screen will return to the Maintenance screen. For (B) (lines are missing or horizontal white streaks are present) in the pattern (C) or pattern (D), or in both patterns: 1. The cleaning is required. Tap Also B. The cleaning confirmation screen will appear. 2.
Cleaning the Print Head Clean the print head if lines are missing or if horizontal white streaks are present in the printed nozzle check pattern. Cleaning unclogs the nozzles and restores the print head condition. Cleaning the print head consumes ink, so clean the print head only when necessary. You need to prepare: a sheet of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper 1.
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The confirmation screen will appear. 4. Tap Yes. The machine starts cleaning the print head. Do not perform any other operations until the machine completes the cleaning of the print head. This takes about 1 minute. The pattern print confirmation screen will appear. 5.
Cleaning the Print Head Deeply If print quality does not improve by the standard cleaning of the print head, clean the print head deeply. Cleaning the print head deeply consumes more ink than the standard cleaning of the print head, so clean the print head deeply only when necessary.
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The confirmation screen will appear. 4. Tap Yes. The machine starts cleaning the print head deeply. Do not perform any other operations until the machine completes the deep cleaning of the print head. This takes about 1 to 2 minutes. The pattern print confirmation screen will appear.
Aligning the Print Head If printed ruled lines are misaligned or print results are otherwise unsatisfactory, adjust the print head position. Note • If the remaining ink level is low, the print head alignment sheet will not be printed correctly. Replace the ink tank whose ink is low.
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The confirmation screen will appear. 4. Tap Yes. The print head alignment sheet will be printed. Important • Do not touch any printed part on the print head alignment sheet. If the sheet is stained or wrinkled, it may not be scanned properly. 5.
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2. Close the document cover gently, then tap OK. The machine starts scanning the print head alignment sheet, and the print head position will be adjusted automatically. Important • Do not open the document cover or move the print head alignment sheet on the platen glass until adjusting the print head position is complete.
Performing Maintenance from a Computer Cleaning the Print Heads from Your Computer Use Your Computer to Print a Nozzle Check Pattern Aligning the Print Head Aligning the Print Head Position from Your Computer Checking the Ink Status from Your Computer...
The procedure for cleaning the print head is as follows: Cleaning 1. Select Cleaning from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility 2. Click the Cleaning icon When the dialog opens, select the ink group for which cleaning is to be performed.
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When the dialog opens, select the ink group for which deep cleaning is to be performed. Click to display the items you need to check before performing deep cleaning. 3. Execute deep cleaning Make sure that the printer is on and then click OK. Click OK when the confirmation message appears.
Print the pattern if printing becomes faint, or if a specific color fails to print. The procedure for printing a nozzle check pattern is as follows: Nozzle Check 1. Select Test Print from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility 2. Click the Nozzle Check icon The confirmation message appears. Click to display the items that you need to check before printing the nozzle check pattern.
Aligning the Print Head When you perform head position adjustment, errors in the print head adjustment position are corrected and conditions such as color and line streaking are improved. If the print results appear uneven because of line shifts or other conditions, adjust the position of the print head.
The procedure for performing manual print head alignment is as follows: Print Head Alignment 1. Select Custom Settings from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility 2. Switch head alignment to manual Check the Align heads manually check box.
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Enter the numbers of the patterns with the least noticeable streaks in the associated boxes, and click Note • If it is difficult to pick the best pattern, pick the setting that produces the least noticeable vertical streaks. (A) Least noticeable vertical streaks (B) Most noticeable vertical streaks 9.
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Note • If it is difficult to pick the best pattern, pick the setting that produces the least noticeable horizontal stripes. (A) Least noticeable horizontal stripes (B) Most noticeable horizontal stripes • If it is difficult to pick the best pattern, pick the setting that produces the least noticeable horizontal streaks.
Cleaning the Machine Cleaning the Exterior of the Machine Cleaning the Platen Glass and Document Cover Cleaning the Paper Feed Roller Cleaning the Inside of the Machine (Bottom Plate Cleaning)
Cleaning the Exterior of the Machine Be sure to use a soft and dry cloth such as eyeglasses cleaning cloth and wipe off dirt on the surface gently. Smooth out wrinkles on the cloth if necessary before cleaning. Important • Be sure to turn off the power and unplug the power cord before cleaning the machine. •...
Cleaning the Platen Glass and Document Cover Important • Be sure to turn off the power and unplug the power cord before cleaning the machine. • Do not use tissue paper, paper towels, rough-textured cloth, or similar materials for cleaning so as not to scratch the surface.
Cleaning the Paper Feed Roller If the paper feed roller is dirty or paper powder is attached to it, paper may not be fed properly. In this case, clean the paper feed roller. Cleaning will wear out the paper feed roller, so perform this only when necessary.
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2. Open the paper output tray gently. 3. Tap OK. The machine starts cleaning. The cleaning will be complete when the paper is ejected. 4. When the completion message appears, tap OK. If the problem is not resolved after cleaning the paper feed roller, contact the service center.
Cleaning the Inside of the Machine (Bottom Plate Cleaning) Remove stains from the inside of the machine. If the inside of the machine becomes dirty, printed paper may get dirty, so we recommend performing cleaning regularly. You need to prepare: a sheet of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper* * Be sure to use a new piece of paper.
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8. Load only this sheet of paper in the cassette with the ridges of the creases facing up and the edge of the half with no crease facing away from you. 9. Open the paper output tray gently, then tap OK. The paper cleans the inside of the machine as it feeds through the machine.
Changing the Machine Settings Changing Machine Settings from Your Computer Changing the Machine Settings on the LCD Setting Up the Card Slot as the Memory Card Drive of the Computer...
Changing Machine Settings from Your Computer Checking the Ink Status from Your Computer Registering a Changed Printing Profile Managing the Printer Power Reducing the Printer Noise Changing the Printer Operation Mode...
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You can check the detailed information such as the remaining ink level and the ink tank types of your model. 1. Select Ink Level Information from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility An illustration of the ink types and their status is displayed.
Registering a Changed Printing Profile You can name and register the printing profile you made in the Print Dialog. The registered printing profile can be called up from Presets to be used. You can also delete the unnecessary printing profile. The procedure for registering a printing profile is as follows: Registering a Printing Profile 1.
Deleting Unnecessary Printing Profile 1. Select the printing profile to be deleted • If you are using OS X Mavericks v10.9, OS X Mountain Lion v10.8, or OS X Lion v10.7 In the print dialog, select Show Presets... in the Presets section. Then in the dialog that appears, select the name of the printing profile to be deleted.
The Power Off function turns off the printer. When you use this function, you will not be able to turn the printer on from the printer driver. 1. Select Power Settings from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility 2. Execute power off Click Power Off, and when the confirmation message appears, click OK.
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Important • If you connect this printer to a network and use it, you can set Auto Power Off but the power will not be turned off automatically.
The procedure for using the quiet mode is as follows: 1. Select Quiet Settings from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility Note • If the computer is unable to communicate with the printer, a message may be displayed because the computer cannot access the function information that was set on the printer.
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3. Apply the settings Make sure that the printer is on and click Apply. Click OK when the confirmation message appears. The settings are enabled hereafter. Note • The effects of the quiet mode may be less depending on the print quality settings.
• Using this function slows down the print speed. Align heads manually Usually, the Print Head Alignment function of Test Print on the pop-up menu in the Canon IJ Printer Utility is set to automatic head alignment, but you can change it to manual head alignment.
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Check this check box to perform the manual head alignment. Uncheck this check box to perform the automatic head alignment. Don't detect mismatch of paper settings when printing from computer When you print documents from your computer and the paper settings on the print dialog and the printer do not match, this setting disables the message display and allows you to continue printing.
Changing the Machine Settings on the LCD Changing the Machine Settings Using the Operation Panel Print settings LAN settings Device user settings PictBridge print settings Language selection Home screen background color Firmware update Cassette settings Reset setting About ECO settings About Quiet setting Using the Machine with the Access Point Mode...
Changing the Machine Settings Using the Operation Panel This section describes the procedure to change the settings in the Device settings screen, taking the steps to specify Extended copy amount as an example. Make sure that the machine is turned on. 2.
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You can select the setting menus below. Print settings LAN settings Device user settings PictBridge print settings Language selection Home screen background color Firmware update Cassette settings Reset setting Note • You can use the machine considering the environment, such as setting 2-sided printing as default or enabling the machine to turn on/off automatically.
Print settings • Prevent paper abrasion Use this setting only if the print surface becomes smudged. Important • Be sure to set this back to OFF after printing since it may result in lower printing speed or lower print quality. •...
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Important • For Letter-sized or Legal-sized paper, you can adjust the left/right margins between -0.05 inches/-1.5 mm and +0.05 inches/+1.5 mm even if you specify the value over 0.05 inches/1.5 mm.
LAN settings • Change LAN Enables either wireless LAN or access point mode. You can also disable wireless LAN or access point mode. • Wireless LAN setup Selects the setup method for wireless LAN connection. Note • You can also enter this setting menu by selecting WLAN on the HOME screen. In this case, enable wireless LAN.
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Note • You cannot change this setting with the memory card inserted in the card slot. ◦ WSD setting Setting items when you use WSD (one of the network protocols supported in Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, and Windows Vista). Enable/disable WSD Selects whether WSD is enabled or disabled.
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◦ Access point mode settings When you use the machine as an access point, specify the access point name and the security setting. Using the Machine with the Access Point Mode...
• Device info sending setting Selects whether you will send the printer usage information to Canon server. The information sent to Canon will be utilized to develop better products. Select Agree to send the printer usage information to Canon server.
PictBridge print settings You can change the print settings when printing from a PictBridge (Wireless LAN) compliant device. Set the print settings to Default on the PictBridge (Wireless LAN) compliant device when you want to print according to the settings on the machine. To change print settings from the PictBridge (Wireless LAN) compliant device: Settings on a PictBridge (Wireless LAN) Compliant Device 1.
5. Photo fix When Auto photo fix is selected, the scene or person's face of a shot photo is recognized and the most suitable correction for each photo is made automatically. It makes a darkened face by backlight brighter to print. It also analyzes a scene such as scenery, night scene, person, etc. and corrects each scene with the most suitable color, brightness, or contrasts automatically to print.
Firmware update You can update the firmware of the machine, check the firmware version, or perform settings of a notification screen, a DNS server and a proxy server. Note • Only Check current version is available when Disable LAN is selected for Change LAN in LAN settings.
Cassette settings By registering the paper size and the media type loaded in the cassette, you can prevent the machine from misprinting by displaying the message before printing starts when the paper size or the media type of the loaded paper differs from the print settings. For details: Paper Setting for Printing •...
Reset setting You can change the settings back to the default. • Web service setup only Reverts the Web service settings back to the default. • LAN settings only Reverts the LAN settings other than the administrator password specified by IJ Network Tool back to the default.
About ECO settings This setting allows you to use automatic duplex printing as a default to save paper and to turn the machine on/off automatically to save electricity. Using Duplex Printing Using Power Saving Function Using Duplex Printing Follow the procedure below to use duplex printing. Make sure that the machine is turned on.
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2. Flick the HOME screen, then tap ECO settings. Using the Operation Panel 3. Tap Energy saving settings. 4. Specify the settings as necessary. A. Tap to specify the length of time to turn the machine off automatically when no operation is made or no printing data is sent to the machine.
About Quiet setting Enables this function on the machine if you want to reduce the operating noise, such as when printing at night. Follow the procedure below to perform setting. Make sure that the machine is turned on. 2. Flick the HOME screen, then tap Quiet setting.
Using the Machine with the Access Point Mode By using the machine as an access point in an environment that does not have wireless LAN router or access point, or by using the machine as an access point temporarily in an environment that has wireless LAN router or access point, you can connect the machine to an external device such as a computer or a smartphone and print/scan from them.
Note • Tapping Details displays the security setting. The password required when connecting from the external device is also displayed. • You can specify the access point name (SSID) and the security setting optionally. Setting of the Access Point Mode 7.
3. Tap LAN settings. 4. Tap Change LAN. 5. Tap Wireless LAN active. If you do not use the machine over wireless LAN, select Disable LAN. Setting of the Access Point Mode Specify the settings for the access point mode following the procedure below. Make sure that the machine is turned on.
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13. Enter the password (8 to 10 characters). 14. Tap OK to finish entering the password. 15. Tap OK to finish specifying the password setting. Note • If you change the access point mode setting of the machine, also change the access point setting of the external device such as a computer or a smartphone.
Setting Up the Card Slot as the Memory Card Drive of the Computer The card slot of the machine can also be used as the memory card drive of the computer. Note • When you use the machine over LAN, the card slot of the machine can be used as the network drive. Using the Card Slot over a Network •...
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Writable from LAN PC The card slot is used as the memory card drive of a computer connected to the machine via a network. Data can be written on the memory card from the computer. Not writable from PC The card slot is used only for reading. Be sure to select this mode when printing photos from a memory card.
Useful Information about Network Connection Default Values Set at Factory (Network) Connecting the Machine to the Computer Using a USB Cable When Detecting the Printers Have the Same Name Connecting to Other Computer with LAN/Changing the Connection Method from USB to LAN Printing Out Network Setting Information...
Enable Timeout setting 1 minute Enable/disable Bonjour Enable Service name Canon MG6600 series LPR protocol setting Enable PictBridge communication Enable Wireless LAN DRX setting Enable ("XX" represents alphanumeric characters.) * The default value in this item varies by machine. You can check the value in this item using the operation panel on the machine.
Connecting the Machine to the Computer Using a USB Cable Connect the machine and the computer using a USB cable as the illustration below. The USB port is located on the rear of the machine.
When Detecting the Printers Have the Same Name When the printer is detected, you may see multiple printers of the same name on the detection result screen. The printer names on the screen are displayed with the MAC address added at the end of the names or displayed as the printer name specified by Bonjour.
Connecting to Other Computer with LAN/Changing the Connection Method from USB to LAN To add the computer connecting the machine with LAN or to change the connection method between the machine and the computer from USB to LAN, perform setup according to the instructions on our website. Connecting to Other Computer with LAN To add the computer connecting the machine with LAN, perform setup according to the instructions on our website.
Printing Out Network Setting Information You can print out the current network settings of the machine using the operation panel of the machine. Important • This print out contains valuable information about your computer. Handle it with care. Make sure that the machine is turned on. Load a sheet of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper.
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Authentication Method of the Authentication none/auto/open/shared/WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK Signal Strength Signal Strength 0 to 100 [%] TCP/IP Version TCP/IP Version IPv4 & IPv6/IPv4 IPv4 IP Address Selected IP Address (IPv4) XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX IPv4 Default Gateway Default Gateway (IPv4) XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX Subnet Mask Subnet Mask XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX IPv6 IP Address *2 Selected IP Address (IPv6)
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*1 Depending on the country or region of purchase, one of the channels from 1 to 11 is printed. *2 Only when IPv6 is enabled, the status of the network is printed. *3 Only IPv6 and the IPsec setting are enabled, the status of the network is printed.
Changing and Confirming Network Settings IJ Network Tool Canon IJ Network Tool Screen Canon IJ Network Tool Menus Changing the Settings in the Wireless LAN Sheet Changing the WEP Detailed Settings Changing the WPA/WPA2 Detailed Settings Changing the Settings in the Wired LAN Sheet...
• Do not print when IJ Network Tool is running. • If the firewall function of your security software is turned on, a message may appear warning that Canon software is attempting to access the network. If the warning message appears, set the security software to always allow access.
Canon IJ Network Tool Screen This section describes the items displayed on the Canon IJ Network Tool screen. 1. Utilities Modifies the settings of the machine. Select to change the network name (SSID) settings. Setup Sets up the machine. If you setup the machine from scratch, connect your computer and the machine with a USB cable.
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4. Configuration... Enabled when Utilities is selected. Click to display the Configuration screen to configure settings of the selected printer. Note • This item has the same function as Configuration... in the Settings menu.
• If the printer is being used from another computer, a screen is displayed informing you of this condition. Note • This item has the same function as Update in the Canon IJ Network Tool screen. Network Information Displays the Network Information screen to confirm the network settings of the printer.
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Set up printer's wireless LAN... You can change the access point mode settings. Perform settings following the message on the screen. If you change the Encryption Method: setting and the Password: setting, on the Set up printer's wireless LAN screen, the changed settings are applied to the printer settings. Note •...
Changing the Settings in the Wireless LAN Sheet To change the wireless network settings of the printer, connect the printer and the computer with a USB cable temporarily. If you modify the wireless network settings of the computer over wireless connection without USB connection, your computer may not be able to communicate with the machine after modifying the settings.
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Access point mode Connects external wireless communication devices (e.g. computers, smartphones, or tablets) to the printer using it as an access point. Note • When Access point mode is displayed on Network Type:, you cannot change the settings on the Wireless LAN sheet or the Admin Password sheet. •...
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The security has been strengthened more than WEP. If a network key has not been set, the Authentication Type Confirmation screen is displayed automatically. To change network key settings before, click Configuration... to display the WPA/WPA2 Details screen. Changing the WPA/WPA2 Detailed Settings 5.
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Note • Signal strength is displayed as follows. : Good : Fair : Poor • Type of encryption is displayed as follows. Blank: No encryption WEP: WEP is set WPA/WPA2: WPA/WPA2 is set 2. Refresh Click to update the list of access points when your target access point is not detected. If the target access point is set to a closed network (the stealth mode), click Cancel to return to the previous screen and enter the network name (SSID) in Network (SSID).
Changing the WEP Detailed Settings Note • This screen is not available depending on the printer you are using. To change the wireless network settings of the printer, connect the printer and the computer with a USB cable temporarily. If you modify the wireless network settings of the computer over wireless connection without USB connection, your computer may not be able to communicate with the machine after modifying the settings.
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Hexadecimal (Hex) 10 digits 26 digits 2. Key Length: Select either 64 bit or 128 bit. 3. Key Format: Select either ASCII or Hex. 4. Key ID: Select the Key ID (index) set to the access point. Note • When the printer is connected to an AirPort Base Station via a LAN: When the printer is connected to an AirPort Base Station via a LAN, confirm the settings in Wireless Security of AirPort Utility.
Changing the WPA/WPA2 Detailed Settings Note • This screen is not available depending on the printer you are using. To change the wireless network settings of the printer, connect the printer and the computer with a USB cable temporarily. If you modify the wireless network settings of the computer over wireless connection without USB connection, your computer may not be able to communicate with the machine after modifying the settings.
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• If the printer cannot communicate with the computer after the encryption type of the printer was switched, make sure that encryption types for the computer and the access point match that set to the printer. Note • This machine supports WPA/WPA2-PSK (WPA/WPA2-Personal) and WPA2-PSK (WPA2- Personal).
Changing the Settings in the Wired LAN Sheet Note • This screen is not available depending on the printer you are using. • Activate the wired LAN setting of the printer to change the settings in the Wired LAN sheet. Start up IJ Network Tool.
Changing the Settings in the Admin Password Sheet Note • You cannot change the settings when using the access point mode. Start up IJ Network Tool. 2. Select the printer in Printers:. 3. Click the Configuration... button. 4. Click the Admin Password button. The Admin Password sheet is displayed.
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A screen is displayed asking you for confirmation before the settings are sent to the printer. If you click OK, the settings are sent to the printer and the Transmitted Settings screen is displayed. Enter Password Screen The following screen is displayed if an administrator password is set to the printer. •...
Monitoring Wireless Network Status Note • This screen is not available depending on the printer you are using. • When using the machine over the wired LAN, you cannot monitor network status. Start up IJ Network Tool. 2. Select the printer in Printers:. 3.
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The wireless connection may use the same frequency band as microwave ovens and other sources of radio interference. Try to keep the printer and the access point away from such sources. • Check if the radio channel of the access point is close to that of other access points nearby. If the radio channel of the access point is close to that of other access points nearby, the connection performance may become unstable.
Note • You can change the network settings of the printer using IJ Network Tool with USB connection after initializing the LAN settings. To change the network settings using Canon IJ Network Tool, activate wireless LAN in advance.
Viewing the Modified Settings The Confirmation screen is displayed when you modified the printer settings on the Configuration screen. When you click OK on the Confirmation screen, the following screen is displayed for confirming the modified settings. 1. Settings: A list of changes made in the Configuration screen is displayed.
Using the Card Slot over a Network Note • This screen is not available depending on the printer you are using. Mounting the Card Slot as the Network Drive Restrictions on Card Slot Use over a Network Mounting the Card Slot as the Network Drive The card slot must be mounted to use it over a network.
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• The card slot can be shared by multiple computers, if the machine is connected to a network. Multiple computers can read files from a memory card in the card slot at the same time. • If your computer joins a domain, the card slot may not be mounted as the network drive. •...
About Technical Terms In this section, technical terms used in the manual are explained. • Access Point A wireless transceiver or base station that receives information from wireless clients/the machine and rebroadcasts it. Required in an infrastructure network. • Access point mode The machine is used as an access point to connect external wireless communication devices (e.g.
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• AirPort Network (Infra) Client computer and machine setup where all wireless communications pass through an access point. • Authentication Method The method that an access point uses to authenticate a printer through a wireless LAN. The methods are agreeable each other. When using WEP as an encryption method, the authentication method is able to fix to Open System or Shared Key.
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• Firewall It is a system that prevents an unlawful computer access in the network. To prevent, you can use the firewall function of a broadband router, the security software installed in the computer, or operation system for computer. • IEEE 802.11b International standard for wireless LAN using the 2.4 GHz frequency range with a throughput of up to 11 Mbps.
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• Key Length Length of the WEP key. Select either 64 bits or 128 bits. Longer key length allows you to set a more complex WEP key. • Link Quality The status of connection between the access point and the printer excluding noise (interference) is indicated with a value from 0 to 100%.
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• PSK An encryption method employed by WPA/WPA2. • Router A relay device to connect to another network. • Signal Level The strength of the signal received by the printer from the access point is indicated with a value from 0 to 100%.
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• USB Serial interface designed to enable you to "hot-swap" devices, i.e., by plugging and unplugging them without turning off the power. • WEP/WEP Key An encryption method employed by IEEE 802.11. Shared security key used to encrypt and decrypt data sent over wireless networks.
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• WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) WPS is a standard for easy and secure establishment of a wireless network. There are 2 primary methods used in the Wi-Fi Protected Setup: PIN entry: a mandatory method of setup for all WPS certified devices Push button configuration (PBC): an actual push button on the hardware or through a simulated push button in the software.
Restrictions If you use a printer over the wireless LAN, the printer may recognize nearby wireless systems, you should set a network key (WEP or WPA/WPA2) to the access point to encrypt wireless transmission. Wireless communication with a product that does not comply with the Wi-Fi standard cannot be guaranteed. Connecting with too many computers may affect the printer performance, such as printing speed.
Tips for Ensuring Optimal Printing Quality Useful Information about Ink Key Points to Successful Printing Be Sure to Check Paper Settings before Printing Be Sure to Set Cassette Paper Information after Loading Paper Canceling a Print Job Key to Enjoying Consistent Printing Quality Precautions for Safe Transport of the Machine...
Ink may be used for purposes other than printing. When you use the Canon printer for the first time after you install the bundled ink tanks, the printer consumes a small amount of ink in the amount to enable printing by filling the nozzles of the Print Head with ink.
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Checking the Ink Status with the Ink Lamps...
Key Points to Successful Printing Check the machine status before printing! • Is the print head OK? If a print head nozzle is clogged, print will be faint and papers will be wasted. Print the nozzle check pattern to check the print head. Maintenance Procedure •...
Be Sure to Check Paper Settings before Printing Before printing, make paper settings in the operation panel or the computer screen. There are various types of paper, such as paper with a special surface coating for printing photos at optimal quality and paper suitable for documents.
Be Sure to Set Cassette Paper Information after Loading Paper When you insert a cassette into the machine after loading paper, the screen for setting the type and size of paper is displayed. Set the cassette paper information according to the type and size of loaded paper. To prevent incorrect printing, this machine has a function that detects whether the information set for the paper loaded in the cassette matches the paper settings.
Canceling a Print Job Never press the ON button! If you press the ON button while printing is in progress, the print data sent from the computer queues in the machine and you may not be able to continue to print. Press the Stop button to cancel printing.
Key to Enjoying Consistent Printing Quality The key to printing with the optimal printing quality is to prevent the print head from drying or clogging. Always observe the following rules for optimal printing quality. Never unplug the power cord until the power is turned off! If you press the ON button to turn off the power, the machine caps the print head (nozzles) automatically to prevent from drying.
Precautions for Safe Transport of the Machine When relocating the machine, make sure of the following. Important • Pack the machine in a sturdy box so that it is placed with its bottom facing down, using sufficient protective material to ensure safe transport. •...
Legal Limitations on Use of Your Product and Use of Images It may be unlawful to make copies of, scan, print, or use reproductions of the following documents. The list provided is non-exhaustive. When in doubt, check with a legal representative in your jurisdiction. •...
Specifications General Specifications Printing resolution (dpi) 4800* (horizontal) x 1200 (vertical) * Ink droplets can be placed with a pitch of 1/4800 inch at minimum. Interface USB Port: Hi-Speed USB *1 LAN Port: Wireless LAN: IEEE802.11n / IEEE802.11g / IEEE802.11b *2 *1 A computer that complies with Hi-Speed USB standard is required.
Display XGA 1024 x 768 Other Supported OS Some functions may not be available with each OS. Refer to the manual or the Canon web site for details on operation with iOS, Android, and Windows RT. Mobile Printing Capability Apple AirPrint...
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• Windows: Some functions may not be available with Windows Media Center. • Windows: .NET Framework 4 or 4.5 must be installed to use the Windows software. • Windows: XPS Essentials Pack is required to print on Windows XP. • Windows: The TWAIN driver (ScanGear) is based on the TWAIN 1.9 Specification and requires the Data Source Manager bundled with the operating system.
About the Administrator Password An administrator password "canon" is already specified for the printer at the time of purchase. Important • For security reasons, it is recommended to change the password before you use the printer. • You can change the password using one of the tools below. (Some tools may not be available depending on the printer you are using.)
Printing Printing from a Computer Printing Using the Operation Panel of the Machine Printing with Web Service Printing from a Digital Camera Paper setting for Printing...
Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) Printing with Easy Setup Basic Various Printing Methods Changing the Print Quality and Correcting Image Data Overview of the Printer Driver Updating the Printer Driver...
Printing with Easy Setup The simple setup procedure for carrying out appropriate printing on this printer is as follows: Check that the printer is turned on Load paper on the printer 3. Select the printer Select your model from the Printer list in the Print Dialog.
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5. Select Quality & Media from the pop-up menu 6. Select the media type For Media Type, select the same paper type loaded in the printer.
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7. Select the print quality For Print Quality, select High, Standard, or Draft according to your purpose. Important • The print quality settings that can be selected may differ depending on a printing profile. 8. Complete the setup Click Print. When you execute print, the document will be printed in accordance with the type and size of the media.
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Important • In the Presets section, click Save Current Settings as Preset... (Save As...) to register the specified settings. Note • If the paper settings on the print dialog differ from the cassette paper information registered on the printer, an error may occur. For instructions on what to do if an error occurs, see "Paper setting for Printing."...
Glossy Photo Paper Glossy Matte Photo Paper <MP-101> Matte Photo Paper Matte Canon genuine papers (Business Letter Printing) Cassette paper information registered on the Media name <Model No.> Media Type in the printer driver printer High Resolution Paper <HR-101N> High Resolution Paper...
Paper Settings on the Printer Driver and the Printer (Paper Size) When you use this printer, selecting a paper size that matches the print purpose will help you achieve the best print results. You can use the following paper sizes on this printer. Paper Size in the printer driver Cassette paper information registered on the printer US Letter...
Various Printing Methods Setting the Number of Copies and Printing Order Setting the Stapling Margin Execute Borderless Printing Scaling the Printing to Fit the Paper Size Scaled Printing Page Layout Printing Duplex Printing Printing on Postcards Displaying the Print Results before Printing Setting Paper Dimensions (Custom Size)
Setting the Number of Copies and Printing Order Collate pages + Reverse Collate pages + Normal Reverse The procedure for specifying the number of copies and printing order is as follows: 1. Specify the number of copies to be printed Specify the number of copies to print from the Copies in the Print Dialog.
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5. Complete the setup Click Print. When you execute print, the specified number of copies will be printed with the specified printing order. Important • When the application software that you used to create the document has the same function, specify the settings on the printer driver.
Setting the Stapling Margin The procedure for setting the margin width and the staple side is as follows: 1. Select Margin from the pop-up menu on the Print Dialog 2. Set the margin width and the staple side If necessary, set the Margin width, and select a stapling position from the Stapling Side list. Note •...
Execute Borderless Printing The borderless printing function allows you to print data without any margin by enlarging the data so that it extends slightly off the paper. In standard printing, margins are created around the document area. However, in borderless printing function, these margins are not created. When you want to print data such as a photo without providing any margin around it, set borderless printing.
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Important • When the Amount of Extension slider is set to the rightmost position, the back side of the paper may become smudged. 4. Complete the setup Click Print. When you execute print, the data is printed without any margins on the paper. Important •...
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Important • When the amount of extension is decreased, an unexpected margin may be produced on the print, depending on the size of the paper. Note • When the Amount of Extension slider is set to the leftmost position, image data will be printed in the full size.
Scaling the Printing to Fit the Paper Size The procedure for printing a document that is automatically enlarged or reduced to fit the page size to be used is as follows: 1. Check the paper size Check that the Paper Size in the Print Dialog is the same as the paper size that you set in the application software.
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Click Print. When you execute print, the document will be enlarged or reduced to fit to the page size.
Scaled Printing The procedure for printing a document with pages enlarged or reduced is as follows: 1. Select the printer In the Page Setup Dialog, select your model name from the Format For list. 2. Set scaled printing Specify the scaling factor in the Scale box, and click OK. Note •...
Page Layout Printing The page layout printing function allows you to print more than one page image on a single sheet of paper. The procedure for performing page layout printing is as follows: 1. Select Layout from the pop-up menu in the Print Dialog 2.
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4. Complete the setup Click Print. When you execute print, the specified number of pages will be arranged on each sheet of paper in the specified order.
Duplex Printing The procedure for printing data on both sides of one sheet of paper is as follows: 1. Set duplex printing Check the Two-Sided check box in the Print Dialog. 2. Select Layout from the pop-up menu on the Print Dialog 3.
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• After printing the front page, there is an ink drying wait time before starting to print the back page (Operation stops temporarily). Do not touch the paper during this time. You can change the ink drying wait time from Custom Settings in the Canon IJ Printer Utility. Note •...
Printing on Postcards This section describes the procedure for postcard printing. Load postcard on the printer 2. Select paper size in the Print Dialog Select Postcard or Postcard Double from the Paper Size menu. Important • Return postcards can be used only when you print them from the computer. •...
Displaying the Print Results before Printing If you are using Mac OS X v10.6.8, you can display and check the print result before printing. To display the print result before printing, click Preview on the Print Dialog. Note • When you click (the disclosure triangle) in the Print dialog and switch to the detailed display, Preview is not displayed.
Setting Paper Dimensions (Custom Size) You can specify the height and width of paper when its size cannot be selected from the Paper Size menu. Such a paper size is called "custom size." The procedure for specifying a custom size is as follows: 1.
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Printing." For details about the cassette paper information to be registered on the printer, see the following: • Paper Settings on the Printer Driver and the Printer (Media Type) • Paper Settings on the Printer Driver and the Printer (Paper Size)
Changing the Print Quality and Correcting Image Data Setting the Print Quality Level (Custom) Printing a Color Document in Monochrome Specifying Color Correction Optimal Photo Printing of Image Data Adjusting Colors with the Printer Driver Printing with ICC Profiles (Specifying an ICC Profile from the Application Software) Printing with ICC Profiles (Specifying an ICC Profile from the Printer Driver) Interpreting the ICC Profile...
Setting the Print Quality Level (Custom) The print quality level can be set in the Custom. The procedure for setting the print quality level is as follows: 1. Select Quality & Media from the pop-up menu on the Print Dialog 2.
Printing a Color Document in Monochrome The procedure for printing a color document in monochrome is as follows: 1. Select Quality & Media from the pop-up menu on the Print Dialog 2. Set grayscale printing Check the Grayscale Printing check box. 3.
You can specify the color correction method suited to the type of document to be printed. Normally, the printer driver adjusts the colors by using Canon Digital Photo Color so that data is printed with color tints that most people prefer.
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Printing with ICC Profiles (Specifying an ICC Profile from the Application Software) Printing with ICC Profiles (Specifying an ICC Profile from the Printer Driver) Interpreting the ICC Profile...
Adjusting Colors with the Printer Driver Describes the procedure for printing by using the color correction function of the printer driver. • To print using Canon Digital Photo Color The printer prints data with color tints that most people prefer, reproducing colors of the original image data and producing three-dimensional effects and high, sharp contrasts.
You can specify the color correction function of the printer driver to print with color tints that most people prefer through the use of Canon Digital Photo Color. When printing from an application software that can identify ICC profiles and allows you to specify them, use a printing ICC profile in the application software, and select settings for color management.
ICC profile and a printing ICC profile in the image data. Even if you print using a printing ICC profile that you created yourself or one for special Canon paper, be sure to select color management items from your application software.
Printing with ICC Profiles (Specifying an ICC Profile from the Printer Driver) Print from an application software that cannot identify or specify input ICC profiles by using the color space of the input ICC profile (sRGB) found in the data. 1.
Interpreting the ICC Profile When you need to specify the printer profile, select the ICC profile for the paper to print on. The ICC profiles installed for this printer appear as follows. • (1) is the model name of the printer. •...
Adjusting Color Balance You can adjust the color tints when printing. Since this function adjusts color balance of the output by changing the ink ratios of each color, it changes the total color balance of the document. Use the application software when you want to change the color balance significantly.
Click Print. When you execute print, the document is printed with the adjusted color balance. Important • When the Grayscale Printing check box is checked for Quality & Media, the color balance (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) appear grayed out and are unavailable. •...
Adjusting Brightness You can change the brightness of the overall image data during printing. This function does not change pure white or pure black but it changes the brightness of the intermediate colors. The following sample shows the print result when the brightness setting is changed. Light is selected Normal is selected Dark is selected...
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Related Topics Setting the Print Quality Level (Custom) Specifying Color Correction Adjusting Color Balance Adjusting Intensity Adjusting Contrast...
Adjusting Intensity You can dilute (brighten) or intensify (darken) the colors of the overall image data during printing. The following sample shows the case when the intensity is increased so that all colors become more intense when the image data is printed. No adjustment Higher intensity The procedure for adjusting intensity is as follows:...
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Related Topics Setting the Print Quality Level (Custom) Specifying Color Correction Adjusting Color Balance Adjusting Brightness Adjusting Contrast...
Adjusting Contrast You can adjust the image contrast during printing. To make the differences between the light and dark portions of images greater and more distinct, increase the contrast. On the other hand, to make the differences between the light and dark portions of images smaller and less distinct, reduce the contrast.
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Related Topics Setting the Print Quality Level (Custom) Specifying Color Correction Adjusting Color Balance Adjusting Brightness Adjusting Intensity...
Page Setup Dialog Print Dialog Quality & Media Color Options Borderless Printing Margin Canon IJ Printer Utility Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility Maintenance of this Printer Display the Printing Status Screen Deleting the Undesired Print Job Instructions for Use (Printer Driver)
Canon IJ Printer Driver The Canon IJ printer driver (called printer driver below) is a software that is installed on your computer for printing data with this printer. The printer driver converts the print data created by your application software into data that your printer can understand, and sends the converted data to the printer.
How to Open the Printer Driver Setup Window You can display the printer driver setup window from the application software you are using. Opening the Page Setup Dialog Use this procedure to set the page (paper) settings before printing. 1. Select Page Setup... from the File menu of the application software Page Setup Dialog opens.
Page Setup Dialog In the Page Setup dialog, you configure the basic print settings such as the size of paper loaded in the printer or the scaling ratio. To open the Page Setup dialog, you typically select Page Setup... from the File menu of your application software.
Print Dialog In the Print dialog, you can set paper type and print quality to start printing. To open the Print dialog, you typically select Print... from the File menu of your application software. Printer Select the model to be used for printing. When you click Add Printer..., a dialog for specifying the printer opens.
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Layout You can set page layout printing. Use Reverse page orientation to change the paper orientation, and use Flip horizontally to print a mirror image of the document. You can also set duplex printing. Color Matching You can select the color correction method. Paper Handling You can set the pages to be printed on paper and the print order.
Quality & Media This dialog allows you to create a basic print setup in accordance with the paper type. Unless special printing is required, normal printing can be performed just by setting the items in this dialog. Media Type Select the type of media to be used. You must select the type of media actually loaded in the printer.
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Related Topics Setting the Print Quality Level (Custom) Printing a Color Document in Monochrome...
Color Options This dialog allows you to adjust the print color as you like. If the color of the printed image is not as expected, adjust the properties in the dialog and retry printing. The adjustments made here do not affect the colors of the original print data unlike application software dedicated to image processing.
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Brightness Select the brightness of printed images. You cannot change the levels of pure white and black. You can change the contrast of the colors between white and black. Intensity Select this method to adjust the overall density of your print. To increase the overall intensity, drag the slider to the right.
Borderless Printing This dialog allows you to adjust the amount of the document that extends off the paper when borderless printing is performed. Amount of Extension Use the Amount of Extension slider to adjust the amount of the document that extends off the paper. Moving the slider to the right makes the amount larger and moving the slider to the left makes the amount smaller.
Margin This dialog allows you to set the stapling side and amount of margin for stapling multiple sheets of paper. Margin Specify the amount of margin space for stapling the paper. Enter a value between 0 inches (0 mm) to 1.2 inches (30 mm).
The Canon IJ Printer Utility allows you to perform printer maintenance or change the settings of the printer. What You Can Do with the Canon IJ Printer Utility You can switch between pages in Canon IJ Printer Utility by the pop-up menu. You can choose one of the following items from the pop-up menu.
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Aligning the Print Head Position from Your Computer Checking the Ink Status from Your Computer Managing the Printer Power Reducing the Printer Noise Changing the Printer Operation Mode...
Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility To open the Canon IJ Printer Utility, follow the steps below. 1. Open System Preferences, and select Printers & Scanners (Print & Scan or Print & Fax) 2. Start the Canon IJ Printer Utility Select your model from the printer list, and click Options &...
Maintenance of this Printer Cleaning the Print Heads from Your Computer Use Your Computer to Print a Nozzle Check Pattern Aligning the Print Head Position from Your Computer Checking the Ink Status from Your Computer Managing the Printer Power Reducing the Printer Noise Changing the Printer Operation Mode...
Display the Printing Status Screen Check the print progress according to the following procedure: 1. Launch the printing status screen • If the print data has been sent to the printer The printing status screen opens automatically. To display the printing status screen, click the (the printer icon) displayed on the Dock.
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Deletes the specified print job. Stops printing the specified document. Resumes printing the specified document. Displays the print job information. Stops printing all documents. Displayed only when printing of all documents is being stopped, and resumes printing all documents.
Deleting the Undesired Print Job If the printer does not start printing, canceled or failed print job data may be remaining. Delete unnecessary print jobs from the print status check screen. 1. Open System Preferences, and select Printers & Scanners (Print & Scan or Print & Fax) 2.
Notes on Adding a Printer • If you will be installing the Canon printer driver on Mac OS and using the printer through a network connection, you can select Bonjour or Canon IJ Network in the Add (Add Printer) dialog.
Updating the Printer Driver Obtaining the Latest Printer Driver Delete the Unnecessary Canon IJ Printer from the Printer List Before Installing the Printer Driver Installing the Printer Driver...
Obtaining the Latest Printer Driver By updating the printer driver to the latest version of the printer driver, unresolved problems may be solved. You can access our website and download the latest printer driver for your model. Important • You can download the printer driver for free, but any Internet access charges incurred are your responsibility.
The procedure to delete the unnecessary Canon IJ Printer from the printer list is as follows: You cannot delete the Canon IJ Printer unless you are logged in as a user with the administrative right. For information about an administrative user, refer to the user's manual for the Mac OS.
Before Installing the Printer Driver This section describes the items that you should check before installing the printer driver. You should also refer to this section if the printer driver cannot be installed. Checking the Personal Computer Settings • Terminate all running applications. •...
• You can download the printer driver for free, but you are responsible for paying any connection fees to the Internet. Related Topics Obtaining the Latest Printer Driver Delete the Unnecessary Canon IJ Printer from the Printer List Before Installing the Printer Driver...
Printing Using the Operation Panel of the Machine Printing Photo Data Using the Slide Show Function Printing Template Forms Such As Lined Paper or Graph Paper Printing Documents (PDF File) Saved on a Memory Card...
Printing Photo Data Printing Photographs Saved on a Memory Card About Advanced photo Menu Printing Photo with Trimming Setting Items for Photo Printing Using the Operation Panel of the Machine Using Useful Display Functions...
Printing Photographs Saved on a Memory Card You can print the photograph saved on the memory card easily. This section describes the procedure to print the photograph in Photo print. Make sure that the machine is turned on. Load photo paper. 3.
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A. Total number of copies Total number of copies is displayed. When tapping, the Check total no. of copies screen is displayed and you can check the number of copies for each photo. On the Check total no. of copies screen, you can change the number of copies for each photo.
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For details: Using Useful Display Functions D. Settings Tap to display the Settings screen. You can change the settings of page size, media type, and print quality and so on. For details on the setting items: Setting Items for Photo Printing Using the Operation Panel of the Machine E.
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For details: Using Useful Display Functions G. Multi display Tap to display the multiple photos at once. For details on the display method: Using Useful Display Functions 6. Press the Color button. The machine starts printing. Note • To cancel printing, press the Stop button. •...
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2. Specify the number of copies for each photo. Note • While processing the print job, you cannot change the setting for Page size or Type on print settings confirmation screen. The setting is the same as the setting for the photo included in the print job.
About Advanced photo Menu The following menus are selectable in the Advanced print menu to print photos saved on the memory card. Trimming print You can edit photo displayed on the touch screen by trimming them and print. Printing Photo with Trimming Slide show You can view the photos saved on the memory card with the slide show.
Printing Photo with Trimming You can edit photo displayed on the touch screen by trimming them and print. Make sure that the machine is turned on. Load photo paper. 3. Flick the HOME screen, then tap Advanced print. Using the Operation Panel Insert the memory card into the card slot.
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A. Tap to switch the aspect ratio of the trimming frame. B. Drag to position the trimming frame. C. Drag to set the trimming frame size. D. Tap to finalize your selection of trimming area. When the area to be cropped is specified, the print setting confirmation screen is displayed. 8.
Setting Items for Photo Printing Using the Operation Panel of the Machine You can specify the setting of page size, media type, photo fix and so on to print the photos saved on the memory card. Print Settings Screen How to display the print settings screen varies with the print menu. •...
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Note • Depending on the print menu, some setting items cannot be selected. This section describes the setting items in Photo print. The setting item which cannot be selected is displayed grayed out or not displayed. • Some settings cannot be specified in combination with the other setting items or the print menus. If the setting which cannot be specified in combination is selected, and Error details are displayed on the touch screen.
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Note • The shooting date is printed according to the settings of Date display format in Device user settings under Device settings under Setup. Device user settings...
Using Useful Display Functions You can display the multiple photos at once, specify the date (last modified date of data) to select photos, and switch the photo group. Viewing Multiple Photos to Select Photo Specifying Date to Select Photo Zooming in on the Photo Switching the Photo Group Viewing Multiple Photos to Select Photo The following screen is displayed by tapping...
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The photos on date specified are displayed. Note • The date is displayed according to the settings of Date display format in Device user settings under Device settings under Setup. Device user settings Zooming in on the Photo The following screen is displayed by tapping on the photo selection screen.
Printing Photo While Viewing the Slide Show You can view the photos saved on the memory card with the slide show. In the slide show, the photos are displayed one after another automatically. While viewing the slide show, you can print your favorite photo. Make sure that the machine is turned on.
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When starting printing, load paper, then press the Color button. Note • You can change the print settings by tapping Print settings. Setting Items for Photo Printing Using the Operation Panel of the Machine • To resume the slide show, tap Resume while the slide show pauses. •...
Printing Template Forms Such As Lined Paper or Graph Paper You can print a template form such as lined paper, graph paper, or checklist, etc. on A4, B5, or Letter-sized plain paper. Printable template forms Printing template forms Printable template forms The following templates are available: •...
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• Staff paper You can print staff paper with 10 or 12 staves. Setting on the touch screen: ◦ Staff paper 1 (10 staves) ◦ Staff paper 2 (12 staves) • Handwriting paper You can print handwriting paper. Setting on the touch screen: Handwriting paper (3 lines) •...
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Printable template forms 6. Specify the settings as necessary. 1. Copies Specify the number of copies. 2. Page size Select the page size depending on the loaded paper. Note • Depending on the form, some setting of page size cannot be specified. If it is selected, and Error details are displayed on the touch screen.
Printing Documents (PDF File) Saved on a Memory Card You can print PDF files made using Canon IJ Scan Utility or My Image Garden (application software compatible with the machine) from a memory card. Note • You can print PDF files from a memory card which satisfy the following conditions. Other than the following PDF file cannot be printed even if they appear on the document list.
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• Characters other than the machine name, IJ Scan Utility, or My Image Garden are displayed on Created with. • The PDF files made using application software other than Canon IJ Scan Utility and My Image Garden (application software compatible with the machine) are not printable even if they are saved using Canon IJ Scan Utility or My Image Garden.
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1. Copies Specify the number of copies. 2. Page size Select the page size depending on the loaded paper. 3. Type (Media type) The paper type is set to Plain paper. 4. Print qlty (Print quality) Specify the print quality. 5.
Printing with Web Service Important • This function may not be available depending on the country or region of purchase. Notice for Web Service Printing Downloading and Printing Template Forms...
Canon shall not be held responsible for any damages resulting from such actions. • In no event shall Canon be liable for any damages whatsoever resulting from the use of the web services.
Downloading and Printing Template Forms Important • This function may not be available depending on the country or region of purchase. You can download the template form you want to print from the web service. Before using the web service, see the terms of service. Notice for Web Service Printing Important •...
Printing from a Digital Camera Printing Photographs Directly from a PictBridge (Wireless LAN) Compliant Device About PictBridge (Wireless LAN) Print Settings...
Printing Photographs Directly from a PictBridge (Wireless LAN) Compliant Device You can connect a PictBridge (Wireless LAN) compliant device such as a digital camera, camcorder, or mobile phone to the machine through wireless LAN, and print recorded images directly without using a computer.
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You can perform settings using the menu on the LCD of your PictBridge (Wireless LAN) compliant device. Select the size and type of paper that you loaded in the machine. Settings on a PictBridge (Wireless LAN) Compliant Device If your PictBridge (Wireless LAN) compliant device does not have a setting menu, change the setting from the machine.
PictBridge (Wireless LAN) compliant device, refer to the instructions given in the device's instruction manual. Note • In the following description, names of setting items are given according to those used in Canon-brand PictBridge (Wireless LAN) compliant devices. Setting item names may be different depending on the brand or model of your device.
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*3 Printed in 35 mm Film Style Layout (Contact Printing Layout). Available only with a Canon-brand PictBridge (Wireless LAN) compliant device. (May not be available with some Canon-brand PictBridge (Wireless LAN) compliant devices.) Print date & Default (Off: No printing), Date, File No., Both, Off file no.
Paper setting for Printing By registering the paper size and the media type loaded in the cassette, you can prevent the machine from misprinting by displaying the message before printing starts when the paper size or the media type of the loaded paper differs from the print settings.
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◦ Cassette paper information registered to the machine: A4 When you start printing or copying, a message is displayed. Confirm the message, then tap OK. When the screen to select the operation is displayed, select one of the operations below. Note •...
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• For details on the proper combination of paper settings you can specify by the printer driver or on the touch screen: Setting the Media Type with the Printer Driver and on the Printer Setting the Paper Size with the Printer Driver and on the Printer Cancel Cancels printing.
Copying Reducing or Enlarging a Copy Making Copies Basic Two-Sided Copying About Special Copy Menu Copying Two Pages to Fit onto a Single Copying Four Pages to Fit onto a Single Page Page...
Making Copies This section describes the procedure to copy with Copy. Make sure that the machine is turned on. Load paper. 3. Flick the HOME screen, then tap Copy. Using the Operation Panel The Copy standby screen is displayed. Load the original on the platen glass. 5.
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For details on the setting items: Setting Items for Copying D. Tap to preview an image of the printout on the preview screen. For details: Displaying the Preview Screen E. Tap to specify the page size. 6. Press the Color button for color copying, or the Black button for black & white copying. The machine starts copying.
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Adding the Copying Job (Reserve copy) You can add the copying job while printing (Reserve copy). The screen below is displayed when you can add the copying job. Load the original on the platen glass and press the same button (the Color button or the Black button) as the one which you previously pressed.
Displaying the Preview Screen When is displayed on the Copy standby screen, tapping allows you to preview an image of the printout on the preview screen. Important • In the following conditions, is not displayed when the Copy standby screen is displayed. •...
Setting Items for Copying You can change the copy settings such as magnification and intensity. Print Settings Screen Note • For details on the print setting screen or the setting item for Photo copy, see Copying Photos. How to display the print setting screen varies with the copy menu. •...
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The setting item which cannot be selected is displayed grayed out. For details on the setting items for Photo copy, see Copying Photos. • Some settings cannot be specified in combination with the setting of other setting item or the copy menu.
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Important • If you use Draft with Type set to Plain paper and the quality is not as good as expected, select Standard or High for Print qlty and try copying again. • Select High for Print qlty to copy in grayscale. Grayscale renders tones in a range of grays instead of black or white.
Reducing or Enlarging a Copy You can specify the magnification optionally or select the preset-ratio copying or fit-to-page copying. The screen below is displayed when you tap Settings in the Copy standby screen and tap Magnif. to select the reduction/enlargement method. A.
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• Preset ratio You can select one of the preset ratios to reduce or enlarge copies. Select the appropriate ratio for size of original and page size. The setting in Magnif.: 70% A4->A5/86% A4->B5/94% A4->LTR/115% B5->A4/141% A5->A4/156% 5x7->LTR/183% 4x6->LTR Note •...
Two-Sided Copying When you select 2-sided for 2-sidedPrintSetting in Copy, you can copy two original pages onto the both sides of a single sheet of paper. Select 2-sided, then tap OK. If you tap Advanced with 2-sided selected, you can specify the orientation and the stapling side of the original.
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• If you are copying in black & white, print intensity of the Two-sided copy may differ from that of a single- sided copy. When checking the orientation: When you are using the preview screen, the screen below is displayed before copying starts so that you can check the orientation.
About Special Copy Menu The following menus are selectable in the Advanced print menu to copy originals. Borderless copy You can copy images so that they fill the entire page without borders. Copying without Borders Frame erase copy When copying thick originals such as books, you can make a copy without black margins around the image and gutter shadows.
Copying Thick Originals Such as Books When copying thick originals such as books, you can make a copy without black margins around the image and gutter shadows. Using this function, you can reduce unnecessary ink consumption. Make sure that the machine is turned on. Load paper.
Copying without Borders You can copy images on photo paper so that they fill the entire page without borders. Make sure that the machine is turned on. Load the photo paper. 3. Flick the HOME screen, then tap Advanced print. Using the Operation Panel 4.
Copying Photos You can scan printed photos and print them all at one time. Make sure that the machine is turned on. Load the photo paper. 3. Flick the HOME screen, then tap Advanced print. Using the Operation Panel 4. Tap Photo copy. 5.
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Note • Depending on the setting item, some settings cannot be specified in combination with the setting of other setting items. If the setting cannot be specified in combination is selected, and Error details are displayed on the touch screen. In this case, tap on the upper left on the touch screen to confirm the message, then change the setting.
Copying Two Pages to Fit onto a Single Page When you select 2-on-1 copy for Layout in Copy, you can copy two original pages onto a single sheet of paper by reducing each image. Tap Settings on the Copy standby screen to display the print settings screen, then select 2-on-1 copy for Layout.
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If you use this function in combination, select 2-sided for 2-sidedPrintSetting, then select the orientation and the stapling side of print paper on the Print settings screen. For details on two-sided copy function: Two-Sided Copying When checking the orientation: When you are using the preview screen, the screen below is displayed before copying starts so that you can check the orientation.
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• If you use this function in combination with Two-sided copy, the screen above is displayed after scanning the second sheet of original is complete. Follow the on-screen instructions to scan the third and fourth sheet of original.
Copying Four Pages to Fit onto a Single Page When you select 4-on-1 copy for Layout in Copy, you can copy four original pages onto a single sheet of paper by reducing each image. Four different layouts are available. Select 4-on-1 copy, then tap OK. If you tap Advanced with 4-on-1 copy selected, you can specify the orientation and the order of the original.
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After selecting the order, you can select whether you use the preview screen. If you tap ON, the preview screen is displayed so that you can check the orientation. Note • If Device memory is full. Cannot continue process. appears on the touch screen when scanning, set the print quality to Standard, then try copying again.
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Remove the sheet of original from the platen glass after scanning and load the next sheet on the platen glass, then tap Scan. B. Tap to start copying the original already scanned. After scanning the fourth sheet of original, the machine starts copying. Note •...
Scanning from a Computer Scanning with IJ Scan Utility Scanning with Scanner Driver Useful Information on Scanning Placing Items (When Scanning from a Computer)
Scanning with IJ Scan Utility What Is IJ Scan Utility (Scanner Software)? Starting IJ Scan Utility Easy Scanning with Auto Scan Basic Scanning Documents Scanning Photos Scanning with Favorite Settings Scanning Items Larger than the Platen (Image Stitch) Scanning Multiple Items at One Time Saving after Checking Scan Results Sending Scanned Images via E-mail Extracting Text from Scanned Images (OCR)
What Is IJ Scan Utility (Scanner Software)? IJ Scan Utility is an application that allows you to easily scan documents, photos, etc. You can complete from scanning to saving at one time by simply clicking the corresponding icon in the IJ Scan Utility main screen.
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Important • Some functions are available only when My Image Garden is installed. Note • Refer to "Settings Dialog" for how to set the applications to integrate with.
IJ Scan Utility. Network Scan Settings From the Go menu of Finder, select Applications, then double-click the Canon Utilities folder, IJ Scan Utility folder, and then Canon IJ Scan Utility2 icon to start IJ Scan Utility.
Easy Scanning with Auto Scan You can scan easily by automatically detecting the item type. Important • The following types of items may not be scanned correctly. In that case, adjust the cropping frames (selection boxes; scan areas) in the screen displayed by clicking Driver in the IJ Scan Utility main screen and scan again.
Scanning Documents You can scan items placed on the platen with settings suitable for documents. 1. Place the item on the platen. Placing Items (When Scanning from a Computer) Start IJ Scan Utility. 3. Click Settings..., then set the paper size, resolution, etc. in the Settings (Document Scan) dialog as required.
Scanning Photos You can scan photos placed on the platen with settings suitable for photos. 1. Place the photo on the platen. Placing Items (When Scanning from a Computer) Start IJ Scan Utility. 3. Click Settings..., then set the paper size, resolution, etc. in the Settings (Photo Scan) dialog as required.
Scanning with Favorite Settings You can scan items placed on the platen with your favorite settings saved beforehand. This is convenient for saving frequently used settings or when specifying scan settings in detail. Start IJ Scan Utility. 2. Click Settings..., then set the item type, resolution, etc. in the Settings (Custom Scan) dialog as required.
Scanning Items Larger than the Platen (Image Stitch) You can scan the left and right halves of an item larger than the platen and combine them back into one image. Items up to approximately twice as large as the platen are supported. Note •...
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6. Place the item that is to be displayed on the left side of the screen face-down on the platen. 7. Click Start Scanning Image 1. The first item is scanned and appears in 1. Note • Click Cancel to cancel the scan. 8.
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9. Click Start Scanning Image 2. The second item is scanned and appears in 2. Note • Click Cancel to cancel the scan. 10. Adjust the scanned images as required. Use the Toolbar to rotate or zoom in/out, or drag the images to adjust their positions. Note •...
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Adjusting Cropping Frames in the Image Stitch Window • To scan an item again, select the image in the Preview area or the thumbnail at the top of the screen, then click (Delete). The selected image is deleted, allowing you to scan the item again.
Scanning Multiple Items at One Time You can scan two or more photos (small items) placed on the platen at one time and save each image individually. Important • The following types of items may not be scanned correctly. In that case, adjust the cropping frames (selection boxes;...
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5. Select Select Source according to the items to be scanned. 6. Select Auto scan for Paper Size, then click OK.
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The IJ Scan Utility main screen appears. Note • Refer to the following pages for details on the setting items in the Settings dialog. Settings (Document Scan) Dialog Settings (Photo Scan) Dialog Settings (Custom Scan) Dialog 7. Click Custom. Multiple items are scanned at one time. Note •...
Saving after Checking Scan Results You can check the scan results, then save the images to a computer. Important • You cannot check the scan results before saving when scanned using Auto scan or the operation panel. Note • The screens for scanning photos are used as examples in the following descriptions. Start IJ Scan Utility.
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The IJ Scan Utility main screen appears. Note • Refer to the following pages for details on the setting items in the Settings dialog. Settings (Document Scan) Dialog Settings (Photo Scan) Dialog Settings (Custom Scan) Dialog Settings (Scan and Stitch) Dialog Settings (Driver) Dialog 5.
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Note • The default save folder is the Pictures folder. 7. Click OK. Scanned images are saved according to the settings.
Sending Scanned Images via E-mail You can send scanned images via e-mail. Note • The screens for scanning photos are used as examples in the following descriptions. Start IJ Scan Utility. 2. Click Settings..Settings dialog appears. 3. Click Photo Scan. 4.
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Note • You can add e-mail clients to use for attachments from the pop-up menu. • If None (Attach Manually) is selected, manually attach scanned and saved images to e-mail. 5. Click OK. The IJ Scan Utility main screen appears. Note •...
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Settings (Auto Scan) Dialog Settings (Document Scan) Dialog Settings (Photo Scan) Dialog Settings (Custom Scan) Dialog Settings (Driver) Dialog 6. Click Photo. Scanning starts. When scanning is completed, the specified e-mail client starts and the images will be attached to a new message.
Extracting Text from Scanned Images (OCR) Scan text in scanned magazines and newspapers and display it in your text editor. Note • You can extract text when scanning via Document, Custom, or Driver. • The screens for scanning documents are used as examples in the following descriptions. Start IJ Scan Utility.
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Note • If a compatible application is not installed, the text in the image is extracted and appears in your text editor. Text to be displayed is based on Document Language in the Settings (General Settings) dialog. Select the language you want to extract in Document Language and scan. •...
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Note • Refer to the following pages for details on the setting items in the Settings dialog. Settings (Document Scan) Dialog Settings (Custom Scan) Dialog Settings (Driver) Dialog 6. Click Document. Scanning starts. When scanning is completed, the scanned images are saved according to the settings, and the extracted text appears in the specified application.
IJ Scan Utility Main Screen From the Go menu of Finder, select Applications, then double-click the Canon Utilities folder, IJ Scan Utility folder, and then Canon IJ Scan Utility2 icon to start IJ Scan Utility. You can complete from scanning to saving at one time by simply clicking the corresponding icon.
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Instructions Opens this guide. Settings... Displays the Settings dialog in which you can specify the scan/save settings and the response after scanning.
Settings Dialog There are three tabs in the Settings dialog: (Scanning from a Computer), (Scanning from the Operation Panel), and (General Settings). When you click a tab, the view in the red frame switches and you can make advanced settings to functions on each tab. (Scanning from a Computer) Tab You can specify how to respond when scanning from IJ Scan Utility or My Image Garden.
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Important • When the Settings dialog is displayed from My Image Garden, the (Scanning from the Operation Panel) tab does not appear. (General Settings) Tab You can set the product to use, file size restriction on e-mail attachment, language to detect text in images, and folder in which to save images temporarily.
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Settings (Auto Scan) Dialog Click Auto Scan on the (Scanning from a Computer) tab to display the Settings (Auto Scan) dialog. In the Settings (Auto Scan) dialog, you can make advanced scan settings to scan by automatically detecting the item type. (1) Scan Options Area (2) Save Settings Area (3) Application Settings Area...
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Refer to "Placing Items (When Scanning from a Computer)" for how to place items. Note • To reduce moire in scans, set Select Source to Magazine in the Settings (Document Scan) dialog or Settings (Custom Scan) dialog, then click Document or Custom in the IJ Scan Utility main screen. (1) Scan Options Area Apply recommended image correction Applies suitable corrections automatically based on the item type.
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PDF Compression Select the compression type for saving PDF files. Standard It is recommended that you normally select this setting. High Compresses the file size when saving, allowing you to reduce the load on your network/server. Create a PDF file that supports keyword search Select this checkbox to convert text in images into text data and create PDF files that support keyword search.
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Settings (Document Scan) Dialog Click Document Scan on the (Scanning from a Computer) tab to display the Settings (Document Scan) dialog. In the Settings (Document Scan) dialog, you can make advanced scan settings to scan items as documents. (1) Scan Options Area (2) Save Settings Area (3) Application Settings Area Important...
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Paper Size Select the size of the item to be scanned. When you select Custom, a screen in which you can specify the paper size appears. Select a Unit, then enter the Width and Height, and then click OK. Note •...
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Note • Scanning takes longer than usual when you enable Reduce moire. Reduce gutter shadow Reduces gutter shadows that appear between pages when scanning open booklets. Note • Click Driver in the IJ Scan Utility main screen and scan to correct gutter shadows when scanning non-standard size items or specified areas.
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(2) Save Settings Area File Name Enter the file name of the image to be saved. When you save a file, the date and four digits are appended to the set file name in the "_20XX0101_0001" format. Note • When you select the Save to a subfolder with current date checkbox, the date and four digits are appended to the set file name.
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Important • This appears only when PDF or PDF (Multiple Pages) is selected in Data Format. Note • PDF files that are searchable in the language selected in Document Language on the (General Settings) tab of the Settings dialog are created. Save to a subfolder with current date Select this checkbox to create a current date folder in the folder specified in Save in and save scanned images in it.
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Instructions Opens this guide. Defaults You can restore the settings in the displayed screen to the default settings.
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Settings (Photo Scan) Dialog Click Photo Scan on the (Scanning from a Computer) tab to display the Settings (Photo Scan) dialog. In the Settings (Photo Scan) dialog, you can make advanced scan settings to scan items as photos. (1) Scan Options Area (2) Save Settings Area (3) Application Settings Area Important...
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Note • Click Defaults to restore the specified settings to the default settings. Resolution Select the resolution of the item to be scanned. The higher the resolution (value), the more detail in your image. Resolution Image Processing Settings Click (Right Arrow) to set the following. Important •...
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Note • With network connection, scanning may take longer than usual when you set TIFF or PNG in Data Format. JPEG Image Quality You can specify the image quality of JPEG files. Important • This appears only when JPEG/Exif is selected in Data Format. Save to a subfolder with current date Select this checkbox to create a current date folder in the folder specified in Save in and save scanned images in it.
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Settings (Custom Scan) Dialog Click Custom Scan on the (Scanning from a Computer) tab to display the Settings (Custom Scan) dialog. In the Settings (Custom Scan) dialog, you can make advanced scan settings to scan according to your preference. (1) Scan Options Area (2) Save Settings Area (3) Application Settings Area Important...
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• To scan the following types of items, specify the item type or size. You cannot scan correctly with Auto. • A4 size photos • Text documents smaller than 2L (5 inches x 7 inches) (127 mm x 178 mm), such as paperback pages with the spine cut off •...
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Image Processing Settings Click (Right Arrow) to set the following. Available setting items vary by Select Source. • When Select Source is Auto: Apply recommended image correction Applies suitable corrections automatically based on the item type. Important • The color tone may differ from the source image due to corrections. In that case, deselect the checkbox and scan.
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Reduce gutter shadow Reduces gutter shadows that appear between pages when scanning open booklets. Note • Click Driver in the IJ Scan Utility main screen and scan to correct gutter shadows when scanning non-standard size items or specified areas. Refer to "Gutter Correction"...
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(2) Save Settings Area File Name Enter the file name of the image to be saved. When you save a file, the date and four digits are appended to the set file name in the "_20XX0101_0001" format. Note • When you select the Save to a subfolder with current date checkbox, the date and four digits are appended to the set file name.
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Create a PDF file that supports keyword search Select this checkbox to convert text in images into text data and create PDF files that support keyword search. Important • This appears only when PDF, PDF (Multiple Pages), or Auto is selected in Data Format. Note •...
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Note • Specify the application or folder in the dialog displayed by selecting Add... from the pop-up menu. Instructions Opens this guide. Defaults You can restore the settings in the displayed screen to the default settings.
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Settings (Scan and Stitch) Dialog Click Scan and Stitch on the (Scanning from a Computer) tab to display the Settings (Scan and Stitch) dialog. In the Settings (Scan and Stitch) dialog, you can make advanced scan settings for scanning items larger than the platen.
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Color Mode Select the color mode in which to scan the item. Resolution Select the resolution of the item to be scanned. The higher the resolution (value), the more detail in your image. Resolution Image Processing Settings Click (Right Arrow) to set the following. Available setting items vary by Select Source. Important •...
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Data Format Select the data format in which to save the scanned images. You can select JPEG/Exif, TIFF, PNG, PDF, or PDF (Multiple Pages). Important • You cannot select JPEG/Exif when Color Mode is Black and White. Note • With network connection, scanning may take longer than usual when you set TIFF or PNG in Data Format.
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(3) Application Settings Area Open with an application Select this when you want to enhance or correct the scanned images. You can specify the application from the pop-up menu. Send to an application Select this when you want to use the scanned images as they are in an application that allows you to browse or organize images.
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Settings (Driver) Dialog Click Driver on the (Scanning from a Computer) tab to display the Settings (Driver) dialog. In the Settings (Driver) dialog, you can specify how to save images when scanning items by starting the scanner driver from IJ Scan Utility and how to respond after saving them. (1) Save Settings Area (2) Application Settings Area Important...
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Data Format Select the data format in which to save the scanned images. You can select JPEG/Exif, TIFF, PNG, PDF, or PDF (Multiple Pages). Note • When PDF or PDF (Multiple Pages) is selected, images up to 9600 pixels x 9600 pixels can be scanned.
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• When the Settings dialog is displayed from My Image Garden, this option does not appear. Note • When this checkbox is not selected, images up to 10208 pixels x 14032 pixels can be scanned. Check scan results Displays the Save Settings dialog after scanning.
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Settings (Save to PC (Auto)) Dialog Click Save to PC (Auto) on the (Scanning from the Operation Panel) tab to display the Settings (Save to PC (Auto)) dialog. In the Settings (Save to PC (Auto)) dialog, you can specify how to respond when saving images to a computer after scanning them from the operation panel by automatically detecting the item type.
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Note • Scanning takes longer than usual when you enable this function. (2) Save Settings Area File Name Enter the file name of the image to be saved. When you save a file, the date and four digits are appended to the set file name in the "_20XX0101_0001" format. Note •...
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If this checkbox is not selected, files are saved directly in the folder specified in Save in. (3) Application Settings Area Open with an application Select this when you want to enhance or correct the scanned images. You can specify the application from the pop-up menu. Send to an application Select this when you want to use the scanned images as they are in an application that allows you to browse or organize images.
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Settings (Save to PC (Photo)) Dialog Click Save to PC (Photo) on the (Scanning from the Operation Panel) tab to display the Settings (Save to PC (Photo)) dialog. In the Settings (Save to PC (Photo)) dialog, you can specify how to respond when saving images to a computer as photos after scanning them from the operation panel.
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Save in Displays the folder in which to save the scanned images. To change the folder, specify the destination folder in the dialog displayed by selecting Add... from the pop-up menu. The default save folder is the Pictures folder. Data Format Set from the operation panel.
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Settings (Save to PC (Document)) Dialog Click Save to PC (Document) on the (Scanning from the Operation Panel) tab to display the Settings (Save to PC (Document)) dialog. In the Settings (Save to PC (Document)) dialog, you can specify how to respond when saving images to a computer as documents after scanning them from the operation panel.
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Note • Scanning takes longer than usual when you enable this function. Reduce gutter shadow Reduces gutter shadows that appear between pages when scanning open booklets. Note • When you enable this function, scanning may take longer than usual with network connection.
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Note • When you select the Save to a subfolder with current date checkbox, the date and four digits are appended to the set file name. Save in Displays the folder in which to save the scanned images. To change the folder, specify the destination folder in the dialog displayed by selecting Add...
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Instructions Opens this guide. Defaults You can restore the settings in the displayed screen to the default settings.
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Settings (Attach to E-mail (Photo)) Dialog Click Attach to E-mail (Photo) on the (Scanning from the Operation Panel) tab to display the Settings (Attach to E-mail (Photo)) dialog. In the Settings (Attach to E-mail (Photo)) dialog, you can specify how to respond when attaching images to an e-mail as photos after scanning them from the operation panel.
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Save in Displays the folder in which to save the scanned images. To change the folder, specify the destination folder in the dialog displayed by selecting Add... from the pop-up menu. The default save folder is the Pictures folder. Data Format Set from the operation panel.
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Settings (Attach to E-mail (Document)) Dialog Click Attach to E-mail (Document) on the (Scanning from the Operation Panel) tab to display the Settings (Attach to E-mail (Document)) dialog. In the Settings (Attach to E-mail (Document)) dialog, you can specify how to respond when attaching images to an e-mail as documents after scanning them from the operation panel.
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Reduce gutter shadow Reduces gutter shadows that appear between pages when scanning open booklets. Note • When you enable this function, scanning may take longer than usual with network connection. Correct slanted text document Detects the scanned text and corrects the angle (within -0.1 to -10 degrees or +0.1 to +10 degrees) of the document.
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Note • When you select the Save to a subfolder with current date checkbox, the date and four digits are appended to the set file name. Save in Displays the folder in which to save the scanned images. To change the folder, specify the destination folder in the dialog displayed by selecting Add...
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Settings (General Settings) Dialog Click the (General Settings) tab to display the Settings (General Settings) dialog. In the Settings (General Settings) dialog, you can set the product to use, file size restriction on e-mail attachment, language to detect text in images, and folder in which to save images temporarily. Important •...
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Instructions Opens this guide. Defaults You can restore the settings in the displayed screen to the default settings.
Network Selection Screen You can select the scanners or printers to be used for scanning or printing over a network from your computer or the operation panel. Network Selection Screen In Product Name in the Settings (General Settings) dialog, select an item with "Network" after the product name from the list, then click Select that appears to the right of the product name to display the network selection screen.
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• If you have changed the Bonjour service name after selecting your scanner or printer by Bonjour service name, reopen the network selection screen and select the new Bonjour service name from Scanners. Note • If the Bonjour service name of your scanner or printer does not appear or cannot be selected, check the following, click OK to close the screen, then reopen it and try selecting again.
Save Settings Dialog Select the Check scan results checkbox in Save Settings of the Settings dialog to display the Save Settings dialog after scanning. You can specify the data format and destination while viewing the thumbnails of scan results. Important •...
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(3) Save Settings Area File Name Enter the file name of the image to be saved. When you save a file, the date and four digits are appended to the set file name in the "_20XX0101_0001" format. Note • When you select the Save to a subfolder with current date checkbox, the date and four digits are appended to the set file name.
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Create a PDF file that supports keyword search Select this checkbox to convert text in images into text data and create PDF files that support keyword search. Important • This appears only when PDF or PDF (Multiple Pages) is selected in Data Format. Note •...
Image Stitch Window Click Stitch in the IJ Scan Utility main screen to display the Image Stitch window. You can scan the left and right halves of an item larger than the platen and combine them back into one image. You can scan items up to approximately twice as large as the platen. (1) Settings and Operation Buttons (2) Toolbar (3) Thumbnail View Area...
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Scan Image 1 Start Scanning Image 1 Scans the first item. Scan Image 2 Start Scanning Image 2 Scans the second item. Adjust cropping frames You can adjust the scan area in preview. If no area is specified, the image of the size selected in Select Output Size will be saved. If an area is specified, only the image in the cropping frame will be scanned and saved.
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Cancel Cancels Stitch scan. (2) Toolbar You can delete the scanned images or adjust the previewed images. (Delete) Deletes the scanned image. (Enlarge/Reduce) Allows you to enlarge or reduce the preview image. Left-clicking the Preview area enlarges the displayed image. Control-clicking the Preview area reduces the displayed image.
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When no image has been scanned: After scanning the first item by clicking Start Scanning Image 1: The image is scanned in the direction specified in Scan Direction, and 2 appears next to it. After scanning the second item by clicking Start Scanning Image 2: The two scanned images appear.
Scanning with Scanner Driver You can scan by starting the scanner driver from various applications. Refer to Help of Mac OS for how to scan. Important • When scanning with the scanner driver in Mac OS X v10.6.8, select JPEG or TIFF in Format. Scanned images are saved in the format set in Data Format in the Settings (Driver) dialog of IJ Scan Utility.
Image Corrections and Color Adjustments You can correct images and adjust colors using the scanner driver. Important • When image correction or color adjustment is applied to items without moire, dust/scratches, or faded colors, the color tone may be adversely affected. •...
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Note • If the image is not adjusted properly with Auto, specify the item type. • The color tone may change from the source image due to the Image Adjustment. In that case, set Image Adjustment to None. Reduce Dust Scanned photos may contain white dots caused by dust or scratches.
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Select this when the photo is slightly grainy. Medium It is recommended that you normally select this setting. High Select this when the photo is very grainy. This can affect the gradation and sharpness of the image. Important • Correction may not be applied properly if the scan area is too small. Gutter Correction Use this function to correct shadows that appear between pages when scanning open booklets.
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• How to place the item depends on your model and the item to be scanned. Unsharp Mask Emphasizes the outline of the subjects to sharpen the image. Descreen Reduces moire patterns. Printed materials are displayed as a collection of fine dots. "Moire" is a phenomenon where uneven gradation or a stripe pattern appears when such photos or pictures printed with fine dots are scanned.
General Notes (Scanner Driver) The scanner driver is subject to the following restrictions. Keep these points in mind when using the scanner driver. Scanner Driver Restrictions • If the computer is shared among multiple users or when you have logged out and back on, a message indicating that the scanner driver is in use may appear.
Obtaining the Latest Scanner Driver Upgrading your current scanner driver to the latest scanner driver may solve some problems you have experienced. To obtain the scanner driver, access our website and download the scanner driver for your model. Important • Scanner driver can be downloaded for free; however, Internet connection fees apply. Related Topic Before Installing the Scanner Driver Installing the Scanner Driver...
Before Installing the Scanner Driver Check the following points before installing the scanner driver. Check these also when you cannot install the scanner driver. Machine Status • If the machine and computer are connected with a USB cable, disconnect the USB cable from the computer.
Installing the Scanner Driver Access our website via the Internet to download the latest scanner driver. Follow these steps to install the downloaded scanner driver. 1. Mount the disk. Double-click the downloaded disk image file. The file is decompressed and the disk is mounted. 2.
Adjusting Cropping Frames in the Image Stitch Window "Cropping" is the act of selecting the area you want to keep in an image and discarding the rest when scanning it. In the Image Stitch window, you can specify a cropping frame on the image displayed in the Preview area. Note •...
Resolution The data in the image you have scanned is a collection of dots carrying information about brightness and color. The density of these dots is called "resolution", and resolution will determine the amount of detail your image contains. The unit of resolution is dots per inch (dpi). Dpi is the number of dots per inch (2.5 cm). The higher the resolution (value), the more detail in your image;...
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Note • When you will be printing the scanned image by enlarging it, scan by setting a higher resolution than the recommended one above.
Data Formats You can select a data format when saving scanned images. You should specify the most suitable data format according to how you want to use the image on which application. Available data formats vary by application and operating system (Windows or Mac OS). See below for the characteristics of each image data format.
Placing Items (When Scanning from a Computer) Learn how to place items on the platen of your scanner or printer. Place items correctly according to the type of item to be scanned. Otherwise, items may not be scanned correctly. Important •...
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format other than PDF, scan by specifying the data format. Placing Multiple Items: Allow 0.4 inch (1 cm) or more space between the edges (diagonally striped area) of the platen and items, and between items. Portions placed on the diagonally striped area cannot be scanned.
Scanning from the Operation Panel of the Machine Forwarding Scanned Data to the Computer Using the Operation Panel of the Machine Basic Attaching the Scanned Data to E-mail Using the Operation Panel of the Machine Setting Items for Scanning Using the Operation Panel of the Machine Network Scan Settings Selecting a Response to Commands from the Operation Panel Using IJ Scan Utility...
Network Scan Settings • The destination and the file name are specified in Canon IJ Scan Utility. You can specify the destination and the file name in Canon IJ Scan Utility. For details on settings of Canon IJ Scan Utility: Settings Dialog Make sure that the machine is turned on.
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Note • If the Scan standby screen for forwarding the data to the USB-connected computer is displayed on the touch screen, tap to display the screen for selecting to which you save the data. Select the computer to forward the scanned data following the procedure below. 1.
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A. Tap to select the document type. Note • When you forward the scanned data to the computer searched using WSD, you cannot select the document type. Auto scan This item is available only when the machine is connected to the computer using a USB cable.
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If you do not continue scanning, tap End. The scanned data is forwarded to the computer. Scanned data is forwarded to the computer according to the settings specified in Canon IJ Scan Utility. Remove the original on the platen glass after scanning is complete.
Network Scan Settings • The mail software and the file name are specified in Canon IJ Scan Utility. You can specify the destination and the file name in Canon IJ Scan Utility. For details on settings of Canon IJ Scan Utility: Settings Dialog Make sure that the machine is turned on.
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4. Tap the computer to forward the scanned data. Tap Local (USB) for a USB-connected computer, or tap the computer to forward the scanned data for a network-connected computer. The Scan standby screen is displayed. 5. Specify the settings as necessary. A.
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If you do not continue scanning, tap End. The scanned data is forwarded to the computer. Scanned data is forwarded to the computer and attached to an e-mail according to the settings specified in Canon IJ Scan Utility. For the settings or how to send an e-mail, refer to the mail software's instruction manual.
• When you forward the scanned data to the computer or attach the data to an e-mail, you can specify the destination and file name using Canon IJ Scan Utility. Settings Dialog • If you scan originals from the computer, you can scan with advanced settings. For details on scanning...
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3. Scan res (Scan resolution) Select the resolution for scanning. 4. Preview This setting is not available. 5. Reduce show-thru (Reducing show-through) Characters on the back may show through when scanning a thin document such as a newspaper. Select ON if characters seem to show through on the scanned document. This setting item is not available when Photo is selected for Doc.type.
• If you cannot scan, check that your scanner or printer is selected in the network selection screen. • For USB connection, select "Canon XXX series" (where "XXX" is the model name) for Product Name. Setting for Scanning from the Operation Panel You can make the setting for scanning from the operation panel.
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The Settings (General Settings) dialog appears. 4. In Product Name, select an item with "Network" after the product name, then click Select that appears to its right. network selection screen appears. 5. Click Scan-from-Operation-Panel Settings. The Scan-from-Operation-Panel Settings screen appears. 6.
Selecting a Response to Commands from the Operation Panel Using IJ Scan Utility IJ Scan Utility allows you to specify how to respond when scanning from the operation panel. Note • The screens for scanning with Auto Scan from the operation panel are used as examples in the following descriptions.
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Settings (Save to PC (Auto)) Dialog Settings (Save to PC (Photo)) Dialog Settings (Save to PC (Document)) Dialog Settings (Attach to E-mail (Photo)) Dialog Settings (Attach to E-mail (Document)) Dialog 4. Set Scan Options. 5. Specify the file name and other settings in Save Settings.
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6. Select the application you want to start after scanning in Application Settings. 7. Click OK. The responses will be executed according to the specified settings when you start scanning from the operation panel.
Troubleshooting The Machine Cannot Be Powered On Printing Does Not Start Paper Does Not Feed Properly/"No Paper" Error Occurs Print Results Not Satisfactory Ink Is Not Ejected Paper Jams If an Error Occurs Search Each Function Problems with Network Communication Problems with Printing Problems with Printing Quality Problems with Scanning...
Problems with Network Communication Problems with the Machine While Using with Network Cannot Detect a Machine on a Network Other Problems with Network...
Problems with the Machine While Using with Network The Machine Stopped Working Suddenly Printing Speed Is Slow Cannot Use the Card Slot via Network Cannot Use the Machine on Replacing an Access Point or Changing Its settings...
The Machine Stopped Working Suddenly Cannot Communicate with the Machine over the Wireless LAN Cannot Communicate with the Machine Using the Access Point Mode Cannot Print, Scan, or Access the Card Slot from a Computer Connected to the Network Cannot Communicate with the Machine over the Wireless LAN Make sure that the machine is turned on.
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Make sure that the firewall of the security software is disabled. Check10 If the firewall function of your security software is turned on, a message may appear warning that Canon software is attempting to access the network. If the warning message appears, set the security software to always allow access.
You can connect up to 5 devices using the access point mode. Cannot Print, Scan, or Access the Card Slot from a Computer Connected to the Network Make sure that the network settings of the computer are correct. Check1 For the procedures to set up the computer, refer to the instruction manual of your computer or contact its manufacturer.
Printing Speed Is Slow The machine may be printing out a large job issued from another computer. Check1 Make sure that the radio status is good and adjust the installation positions Check2 while monitoring the radio status with IJ Network Tool. Monitoring Wireless Network Status Make sure that there is no barrier or obstacle between the access point and the machine.
Cannot Use the Card Slot Is the icon of the card slot displayed? Check1 To use the card slot over network, you have to mount the card slot as the network drive of the computer. When the card slot is mounted, the "canon_memory" (or "CANON_MEMORY") icon appears on the desktop or in the Computer window on the Go menu of Finder.
Cannot Use the Machine on Replacing an Access Point or Changing Its settings When you replace an access point, perform network setup of the machine again. Perform network setup again according to the instructions on our website. If the problem is not resolved, see below. Cannot Communicate with the Machine After Applying MAC/IP Address Filtering or Entering an Encryption Key to the Access Point When Encryption Is Enabled, Cannot Communicate With the Machine After the Encryption Type Was...
Cannot Detect a Machine on a Network Cannot Detect the Machine When Setting up Network Communication The Machine Cannot Be Detected in the Wireless LAN...
Cannot Detect the Machine When Setting up Network Communication If the machine could not be detected on the network when setting up the network communication, confirm the network settings before redetecting the machine. Cannot Detect the Machine during Wireless LAN Setup: Check 1 Note •...
Cannot Detect the Machine during Wireless LAN Setup: Check 1 Are the machine and network device (router, access point, etc.) turned on? Make sure that the machine is turned on. Confirming that the Power Is On Make sure that the network device (router, access point, etc.) is turned on. If the machine or the network device is turned off: Turn on the machine or the network device.
Cannot Detect the Machine during Wireless LAN Setup: Check 2 Is the wireless LAN setting of the machine enabled? Make sure that the Wi-Fi lamp of the machine is lit. If the Wi-Fi lamp is off: The wireless LAN setting of the machine is disabled. Enable the wireless LAN setting of the machine. After enabling the wireless LAN setting, click Back to Top on the Check Printer Settings screen to try to set up the network communication from the beginning.
Cannot Detect the Machine during Wireless LAN Setup: Check 3 Is the machine connected to the access point? By using the operation panel of the machine, make sure that the machine is connected to the access point. Select Setup on the HOME screen, then select Device settings > LAN settings > Confirm LAN settings >...
Cannot Detect the Machine during Wireless LAN Setup: Check 4 Are the SSID of the access point connected to your computer and that connected to the machine the same? You can confirm the SSID of the access point connected to the machine on the touch screen. Select Setup on the HOME screen, then select Device settings >...
• When the message does not appear on your computer: Cancel to set up, then set the security software to allow Canon software* to access the network. * Set the security software to allow Setup.app, Canon IJ Network Tool.app, canonijnetwork.bundle, CIJScannerRegister.app, Canon IJ Scan Utility2.app, and...
Cannot Detect the Machine during Wireless LAN Setup: Check 6 Check the settings of the access point. Check the settings of the access point for the network connection such as IP address filtering, MAC address filtering, or DHCP function. Make sure that the radio channel of the access point and that assigned to the machine are the same. For details on how to check the settings of the access point, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the access point or contact its manufacturer.
Make sure that the firewall of the security software is disabled. Check11 If the firewall function of your security software is turned on, a message may appear warning that Canon software is attempting to access the network. If the warning message appears, set the security software to always allow access.
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When using a router, connect the machine and computer to the LAN side Check12 (same network segment). When the machine is connected to an AirPort Base Station via a LAN, use Check13 alphanumeric characters for the name of the network (SSID). If the problem is not resolved, perform setup again according to the instructions on our website.
Other Problems with Network Forgot an Access Point Name, SSID, or a Network Key The Message Is Displayed on the Computer Screen During Setup The Administrator Password Set to the Machine Was Forgotten Checking Information about the Network How to Restore the Machine's Network Settings to Factory Default...
Forgot an Access Point Name, SSID, or a Network Key Cannot Connect with an Access Point to Which a WEP or WPA/WPA2 Key Is Set (You Forgot the WEP or WPA/WPA2 Key) How to Set an Encryption Key Cannot Connect with an Access Point to Which a WEP or WPA/WPA2 Key Is Set (You Forgot the WEP or WPA/WPA2 Key) For information on how to set up the access point, refer to the instruction manual provided with the access point or contact its manufacturer.
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Enter the passphrase configured on the access point (a sequence of between 8 and 63 alphanumeric characters, or a 64-character hexadecimal number). Either TKIP (basic encryption) or AES (secure encryption) is selected automatically for the dynamic encryption method. For details, see Changing the WPA/WPA2 Detailed Settings.
The Message Is Displayed on the Computer Screen During Setup The Enter Password Screen Is Displayed During Setup The Screen for Setting the Encryption Is Displayed After Selecting the Access Point in the Access Points Screen "You are connecting the machine to the non encrypted wireless network" Is Displayed The Enter Password Screen Is Displayed During Setup The following screen is displayed if an administrator password is set to the machine which has already been set up to use via a network.
The Administrator Password Set to the Machine Was Forgotten Initialize the machine settings. Select Reset all, then the administrator password reverts to the default. Reset setting After initializing the machine settings, perform setup according to the instructions on our website.
To display the network setting information using IJ Network Tool, select Network Information on the View menu. Canon IJ Network Tool Menus Checking the IP Address or the MAC Address of the Computer To check the IP address or MAC address assigned to the computer, follow the procedure below.
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1. Open the Utilities folder in the Applications folder. 2. Start Network Utility. 3. Click the Ping button. 4. Make sure that Send only XX pings (XX are numbers) is selected. 5. Enter the IP address of the target machine or the target access point in Enter the network address to ping..
How to Restore the Machine's Network Settings to Factory Default Important • Note that initialization erases all network settings on the machine, and printing or scanning operation from a computer over network may become impossible. To use the machine over network, perform setup according to the instructions on our website.
Problems with Printing Printing Does Not Start Paper Jams Paper Does Not Feed Properly/"No Paper" Error Occurs Cannot Print Properly with Automatic Duplex Printing Copying/Printing Stops Before It Is Completed...
Printing Does Not Start Make sure that the power plug is securely plugged in, then press the ON button Check1 to turn the machine on. While the POWER lamp is flashing, the machine is initializing. Wait until the POWER lamp stops flashing and remains lit.
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Make sure that your machine's name is selected in Printer in the Print dialog. Note • To make the machine the one selected by default, select the machine for Default printer. Restart your computer if you are printing from the computer. Check8...
Paper Jams When paper is jammed, a troubleshooting message is displayed automatically. Take the appropriate action described in the message. • When a Support Code and a message are displayed on the computer screen: * The screen differs depending on the OS you are using. •...
Paper Does Not Feed Properly/"No Paper" Error Occurs Make sure that paper is loaded. Check1 Loading Paper Make sure of the following when you load paper. Check2 • When loading two or more sheets of paper, flip through the paper before loading. •...
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Changing the Machine Settings Using the Operation Panel • To set by using your computer In the Canon IJ Printer Utility, select Custom Settings in the pop-up menu, select the Prevent paper double-feed check box, and then click Apply. To open the Canon IJ Printer Utility, see Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility.
Cannot Print Properly with Automatic Duplex Printing Is the setting for automatic duplex printing selected? Check1 Make sure that the Two-Sided check box is selected on the Print dialog. Duplex Printing Make sure that the actual size of the paper is suitable for automatic duplex Check2 printing.
Copying/Printing Stops Before It Is Completed Is the paper loaded? Check1 Make sure that paper is loaded. If the machine has run out of paper, load paper. Do the printing documents have lots of photographs or illustrations? Check2 As printing large data such as photos or graphics takes time for the machine and the computer to process, the machine may appear to have stopped operating.
Print Results Not Satisfactory If the print result is not satisfactory due to white streaks, misaligned lines, or uneven colors, confirm the paper and print quality settings first. Do the page size and media type settings match the size and type of the loaded Check1 paper? When these settings are incorrect, you cannot obtain a proper print result.
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No Printing Results/Printing Is Blurred/Colors Are Wrong/White Streaks Lines Are Misaligned Printed Paper Curls or Has Ink Blots Paper Is Smudged/Printed Surface Is Scratched Back of the Paper Is Smudged Vertical Lines Are Printed on the Sides of the Printout Colors Are Uneven or Streaked...
Cannot Print to End of Job Select the setting not to compress the printing data. Check1 Is the space of your computer's hard disk sufficient? Check2 Delete unnecessary files to free disk space.
No Printing Results/Printing Is Blurred/Colors Are Wrong/White Streaks No Printing Results Printing Is Blurred Colors Are Wrong White Streaks...
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Did you confirm the paper and print quality settings? Check1 Print Results Not Satisfactory Check the status of ink tanks. Replace the ink tank if the ink has run out. Check2 Replacing an Ink Tank Is the orange tape or protective film remaining? Check3 Make sure that all of the protective film is peeled off and the Y-shape air hole is exposed, as illustrated in (A).
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• When copying, see also the sections below: Is the platen glass dirty? Check6 Clean the platen glass. Cleaning the Platen Glass and Document Cover Make sure that the original is properly loaded on the platen glass. Check7 Loading Originals Is the original loaded with the side to be copied facing down on the platen Check8 glass?
Lines Are Misaligned Did you confirm the paper and print quality settings? Check1 Print Results Not Satisfactory Perform Print Head Alignment. Check2 If printed lines are misaligned or print results are otherwise unsatisfactory, adjust the print head position. Aligning the Print Head Note •...
Is Photo Paper used for printing photographs? Check3 When printing data with high color saturation such as photographs or images in deep color, we recommend using Photo Paper Plus Glossy II or other Canon speciality paper. Media Types You Can Use...
Paper Is Smudged/Printed Surface Is Scratched Paper Is Smudged The Edges of Paper Are Smudged Printed Surface Is Smudged Printed Surface Is Scratched Did you confirm the paper and print quality settings? Check1 Print Results Not Satisfactory Is the appropriate type of paper used? Check the followings: Check2 •...
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Changing the Machine Settings Using the Operation Panel • To set by using your computer In the Canon IJ Printer Utility, select Custom Settings in the pop-up menu, select the Prevent paper abrasion check box, and then click Apply. To open the Canon IJ Printer Utility, see Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility.
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Doing so gives the printed surface enough time to dry so that paper smudged and scratched are prevented. 1. Make sure that the machine is turned on. 2. Open the Canon IJ Printer Utility. Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility...
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4. Drag the Ink Drying Wait Time: slide bar to set the wait time, and then click Apply. 5. Confirm the message and click OK.
Back of the Paper Is Smudged Did you confirm the paper and print quality settings? Check1 Print Results Not Satisfactory Perform the Bottom Plate Cleaning to clean the inside of the machine. Check2 Cleaning the Inside of the Machine (Bottom Plate Cleaning) Note •...
Vertical Lines Are Printed on the Sides of the Printout Is the size of the loaded paper correct? Check The vertical lines may be printed in the margin if the size of the loaded paper is larger than that you have specified.
Colors Are Uneven or Streaked Colors Are Uneven Colors Are Streaked Did you confirm the paper and print quality settings? Check1 Print Results Not Satisfactory Print the Nozzle Check Pattern and perform any necessary maintenance Check2 operations such as Print Head Cleaning. Print the Nozzle Check Pattern to determine whether the ink ejects properly from the print head nozzles.
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If Print Head Deep Cleaning does not resolve the problem, the print head may be damaged. Contact the service center. Perform Print Head Alignment. Check3 Aligning the Print Head Note • If the problem is not resolved after performing the Print Head Alignment, perform Print Head Alignment manually referring to Aligning the Print Head Position from Your Computer.
Ink Is Not Ejected Has the ink run out? Check1 Open the operation panel, then check the status of ink lamp. Checking the Ink Status Is the orange tape or protective film remaining? Check2 Make sure that all of the protective film is peeled off and the Y-shape air hole is exposed, as illustrated in (A). If the orange tape is left as in (B), pull the orange tape and remove it.
Problems with Scanning Scanner Does Not Work Scanner Driver Does Not Start Error Message Appears and the Scanner Driver Screen Does Not Appear Cannot Scan Multiple Items at One Time Cannot Scan Properly with Auto Scan Slow Scanning Speed "There is not enough memory." Message Is Displayed Computer Stops Operating during Scanning Scanned Image Does Not Open...
Scanner Does Not Work Make sure that your scanner or printer is turned on. Check 1 Connect the USB cable to a different USB port on the computer. Check 2 If the USB cable is connected to a USB hub, remove it from the USB hub and Check 3 connect it to a USB port on the computer.
Scanner Driver Does Not Start Make sure that the scanner driver is installed. Check 1 If not installed, install the scanner driver from the web page. Select your scanner or printer on the application's menu. Check 2 Note • The operation may differ depending on the application. Make sure that the application supports the ICA (Image Capture Architecture) Check 3 driver.
Error Message Appears and the Scanner Driver Screen Does Not Appear Make sure that your scanner or printer is turned on. Check 1 Turn off your scanner or printer, then reconnect the USB cable and replug the Check 2 power cord. Connect the USB cable to a different USB port on the computer.
Cannot Scan Multiple Items at One Time Make sure that the items are placed correctly. Check 1 Placing Items (When Scanning from a Computer) Check if you can properly scan one item. Check 2 Some applications do not support multiple image scanning. In that case, scan each item individually.
Cannot Scan Properly with Auto Scan Make sure that the items are placed correctly. Check 1 Placing Items (When Scanning from a Computer) Multiple items scanning may not be supported. Check 2 Some applications do not support multiple image scanning. In that case, scan each item individually.
Slow Scanning Speed To view the image on a monitor, set the output resolution to around 150 dpi. To Check 1 print, set it to around 300 dpi. Resolution Set Fading Correction, Grain Correction, etc. to None. Check 2 Refer to "Image Corrections and Color Adjustments"...
"There is not enough memory." Message Is Displayed Exit other applications and try again. Check 1 Reduce the resolution or output size and scan again. Check 2 Resolution...
Computer Stops Operating during Scanning Restart the computer, reduce the output resolution and scan again. Check 1 Resolution Delete unnecessary files to obtain sufficient free hard disk space, then scan Check 2 again. Error message may appear if there is not enough hard disk space to scan and save, when the image size is too large (such as when scanning a large item at high resolution).
Scanned Image Does Not Open If the data format is not supported by the application, scan the image again and Check select a popular data format such as JPEG when saving it. Refer to the application's manual for details. If you have any questions, contact the manufacturer of the application.
Scan Results Not Satisfactory Scan Quality (Image Displayed on the Monitor) Is Poor Scanned Image Is Surrounded by Extra White Areas Cannot Scan at the Correct Size Position or Size of the Image Cannot be Detected Correctly When Scanning from the Operation Panel Item Is Placed Correctly, but the Scanned Image Is Slanted Scanned Image Is Enlarged (Reduced) on the Computer Monitor...
Scan Quality (Image Displayed on the Monitor) Is Poor If the image is jagged, increase the scanning resolution, or select TIFF or PNG Check 1 in Data Format of the Settings dialog. Resolution Settings Dialog Set the display size to 100 %. Check 2 Some applications do not display images clearly if the display size is too small.
Scanned Image Is Surrounded by Extra White Areas Specify the scan area. Check Manually specify the scan area when there are white margins or unwanted areas along the edges of the scanned images in the Image Stitch window. Adjusting Cropping Frames in the Image Stitch Window...
Position or Size of the Image Cannot be Detected Correctly When Scanning from the Operation Panel Make sure that the items are placed correctly. Check 1 Placing Items (When Scanning from a Computer) Check that the settings match the item to be scanned. Check 2 If you cannot scan properly by automatically detecting the item type, specify the item type and size.
Item Is Placed Correctly, but the Scanned Image Is Slanted When Document or Magazine is selected for Select Source, deselect the Check Correct slanted text document checkbox and scan the item again. Settings (Document Scan) Dialog Settings (Custom Scan) Dialog...
Scanned Image Is Enlarged (Reduced) on the Computer Monitor Change the display setting in the application. Check 1 Refer to the application's manual for details. If you have any questions, contact the manufacturer of the application. Click Driver in the IJ Scan Utility main screen, then change the resolution Check 2 setting and scan again.
Problems with the Machine The Machine Cannot Be Powered On The Machine Turns Off Unintentionally Cannot Connect to Computer with a USB Cable Properly Cannot Communicate with the Machine with USB Connection The Display on the Touch Screen Cannot Be Seen At All An Unintended Language Is Displayed on the Touch Screen Cannot Remove a Memory Card Print Head Holder Does Not Move to the Position for Replacing...
The Machine Cannot Be Powered On Press the ON button. Check1 Make sure that the power plug is securely plugged into the power cord Check2 connector of the machine, then turn it back on. Unplug the machine from the power supply, then plug the machine back in and Check3 turn the machine back on after leaving it for at least 3 minutes.
The machine turns off automatically according to the elapsed time you specified if you activate the setting to turn the unit off automatically. If you do not want the machine to turn off automatically, open Canon IJ Printer Utility, select Power Settings in the pop-up menu, then select Disable for Auto Power Off on Auto Power.
Cannot Connect to Computer with a USB Cable Properly Printing or Scanning Speed Is Slow/Hi-Speed USB Connection Does Not Work If your system environment is not fully compatible with Hi-Speed USB, the machine will operate at a lower speed provided under USB 1.1. In this case, the machine operates properly but printing or scanning speed may slow down due to communication speed.
Cannot Communicate with the Machine with USB Connection Make sure that the machine is turned on. Check1 Make sure that the USB cable is connected properly. Check2 Connecting the Machine to the Computer Using a USB Cable to connect the USB cable properly. Do not start up IJ Network Tool while printing.
The Display on the Touch Screen Cannot Be Seen At All • If the POWER lamp is off: The machine is not powered on. Connect the power cord and press the ON button. • If the POWER lamp is lit: The touch screen may be in the screen-saver mode.
An Unintended Language Is Displayed on the Touch Screen Select the language you want to be displayed according to the following procedure. 1. Press the HOME button and wait for about 5 seconds. 2. Flick the HOME screen, then tap Setup.
Cannot Remove a Memory Card Contact the service center. Important • Never attempt to remove a memory card using a thin stick or tweezers. Doing so may damage the machine. Note • Exclusive adapters are required for the following memory cards. Insert these cards in the machine with adapters attached.
Print Head Holder Does Not Move to the Position for Replacing Is the POWER lamp off? Check1 Check if the POWER lamp is lit. The print head holder will not move unless the power is on. If the POWER lamp is off, close the operation panel and turn the machine on.
Cannot Print/Scan from NFC Compliant Device Are the NFC compliant device and the machine connected to the same Check1 network? Make sure that the NFC compliant device and the machine are connected to the same network. If not, change the network setting so that the NFC compliant device and the machine are connected to the same network.
• Even if IJ Network Tool is uninstalled, you can print over network or scan from the computer. However, you cannot change the network settings over network. 1. Select Applications from the Go menu of Finder, double-click Canon Utilities > IJ Network Tool, drag the Canon IJ Network Tool icon into the Trash.
If an Error Occurs When an error occurs in printing such as the machine is out of paper or paper is jammed, a troubleshooting message is displayed automatically. Take the appropriate action described in the message. When an error occurs, a Support Code (error number) is displayed on the computer screen or the touch screen.
A Message Is Displayed This section describes some of the errors or messages. Note • A Support Code (error number) is displayed on the computer or on the touch screen for some error or message. For details on errors with Support Codes, refer to Support Code List.
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• The specified PDF file contains unprintable data. Some portions may not be printed. PDF file which contain lot of graphics or hi-resolution images may lose that data or stop before printing is completed. In this case, print from the computer. •...
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• To uninstall the Inkjet Printer/Scanner/Fax Extended Survey Program: 1. Stop the Inkjet Printer/Scanner/Fax Extended Survey Program. Changing the setting: 2. Select Applications from the Go menu of Finder, and double-click the Canon Utilities folder, then the Inkjet Extended Survey Program folder.
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To display the confirmation screen every time the printer usage information is sent or to resume surveying, follow the procedure below. 1. Select Applications from the Go menu of Finder, and double-click the Canon Utilities folder, then the Inkjet Extended Survey Program folder.
Note • This section describes errors that are indicated on Canon-brand PictBridge (Wireless LAN) compliant devices. The error messages and operations may vary depending on the device you are using. For errors on non-Canon PictBridge (Wireless LAN) compliant devices, check the Support Code (error number) on the touch screen and take the appropriate action to clear the error.
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"Waste tank full"/"Ink absorber full" The ink absorber is nearly full. Check the Support Code on the touch screen and take the appropriate action to resolve the error. Support Code List "No ink"/"Ink cassette error" • The ink tank is not installed. Install the ink tank.
If you cannot resolve the problem with any of the workarounds in this chapter, please contact the seller of the machine or the service center. Canon support staff are trained to be able to provide technical support to satisfy customers. Caution •...
Support Code List The support code appears on the touch screen and the computer screen when an error occurs. "Support Code" means the error number and appears with an error message. When an error occurs, check the support code displayed on the touch screen or the computer screen and take the appropriate action.
Support Code List (When Paper Is Jammed) If the paper is jammed, remove it following the procedure appropriate for each case. • If you can see the jammed paper at the paper output slot: 1300 • If you cannot see the jammed paper at the paper output slot: 1303 •...
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1300 Cause Paper is jammed in the paper output slot. Action If you can see the jammed paper at the paper output slot, remove the paper following the procedure below. Note • If you need to turn off the machine to remove jammed paper during printing, press the Stop button to cancel print jobs before turning off the machine.
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If you cannot remove the paper or the paper tears inside the machine, or if the paper jam error continues after removing the paper, contact the service center.
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1303 Cause Paper is jammed inside the machine at the transport unit. Action If you cannot see the paper at the paper output slot, remove the paper from the transport unit. Remove the paper following the procedure below. Note • If you need to turn off the machine to remove jammed paper during printing, press the Stop button to cancel print jobs before turning off the machine.
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Note • If the paper is rolled up and it is difficult to remove, grasp the edges of the paper, then remove the jammed paper. • If you cannot remove the jammed paper from the transport unit, close the transport unit, take back the machine in original position, then remove the paper from inside the machine.
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1304 Cause Paper is jammed when performing automatic duplex printing. Action If the paper is jammed when performing automatic duplex printing, remove the paper following the procedure below. Note • If you need to turn off the machine to remove jammed paper during printing, press the Stop button to cancel print jobs before turning off the machine.
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6. Pull out the jammed paper slowly. When you pull the jammed paper, support the machine with your hand so that it does not fall down. Note • If the paper is rolled up and it is difficult to remove, grasp the edges of the paper, then remove the jammed paper.
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8. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on. All print jobs in the queue are canceled. Reprint if necessary. If you cannot remove the paper or the paper tears inside the machine, or if the paper jam error continues after removing the paper, contact the service center.
Paper Is Jammed inside the Machine If the jammed paper tears and you cannot remove the paper either from the paper output slot or from the transport unit, or if the jammed paper remains inside the machine, remove the paper following the procedure below.
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4. Hold the jammed paper with your hands. If the paper is rolled up, pull it out. 5. Pull the paper slowly not to tear it, then pull the paper out. Keep an angle of the paper about 45 degrees and pull it slowly. 6.
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• Does the piece of paper remain in the right side or the left side space (C) inside the machine? 7. Close the operation panel slowly. All print jobs in the queue are canceled. Reprint if necessary. Note • When reloading the paper, confirm that you are using the paper suited for printing and are loading it correctly.
In Other Cases Make sure of the following: Are there any foreign objects around the paper output slot? Check1 Is the paper curled? Check2 Load the paper after correcting its curl.
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1003 Cause The machine is out of paper, or paper does not feed. Action Close the paper output tray, pull the cassette out, then load the paper. When you load the paper, insert the paper stack until the leading edge touches the far end of the cassette.
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1200 Cause The operation panel is open. Action Close the operation panel and wait for a while. Do not close it while you are replacing an ink tank.
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1250 Cause The paper output tray is closed. Action Open the paper output tray to resume printing.
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1310 Cause The size of paper may not be compatible with automatic duplex printing. Action The sizes of media suitable for auto duplex printing are A4 and Letter. Make sure that the size of the paper loaded in the machine is correct. Tapping OK on the touch screen will eject the paper and restart printing from the front side of the next paper.
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1401 Cause The print head may be damaged. Action Contact the service center.
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1403 Cause The print head may be damaged. Action Contact the service center.
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1405 Cause The print head may be damaged. Action Contact the service center.
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1410 Cause The ink tank cannot be recognized. Action Open the operation panel and replace the ink tank which lamp is off.
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1411 Cause The ink tank cannot be recognized. Action Open the operation panel and replace the ink tank which lamp is off.
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1412 Cause The ink tank cannot be recognized. Action Open the operation panel and replace the ink tank which lamp is off.
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1413 Cause The ink tank cannot be recognized. Action Open the operation panel and replace the ink tank which lamp is off.
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1414 Cause The ink tank cannot be recognized. Action Open the operation panel and replace the ink tank which lamp is off.
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1600 Cause If the lamp on the ink tank is flashing, ink may have run out. Action Replacing the ink tank is recommended. If printing is in progress and you want to continue printing, tap OK on the machine with the ink tank installed.
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1660 Cause The ink tank is not installed. Action Install the ink tank.
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1680 Cause Some ink tanks are not installed in the correct position. (The lamp on the ink tank flashes.) Action Confirm that the ink tanks are installed in the appropriate positions.
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1681 Cause More than one ink tanks of the same color are installed. (The lamp on the ink tank flashes.) Action Confirm that the ink tanks are installed in the appropriate positions.
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1684 Cause The ink tank cannot be recognized. Action Printing cannot be executed because the ink tank may not be installed properly or may not be compatible with this machine. Install the appropriate ink tank. If you want to cancel printing, press the machine's Stop button.
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With this operation, releasing the function for detecting the remaining ink level is memorized. Please be advised that Canon shall not be liable for any malfunction or trouble which may be caused by continuation of printing under the ink out condition.
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With this operation, releasing the function for detecting the remaining ink level is memorized. Please be advised that Canon shall not be liable for any malfunction or trouble caused by continuation of printing under the ink out condition or refilled ink tanks.
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1700 Cause The ink absorber is almost full. Action Tap OK on the touch screen to continue printing. Contact the service center.
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1701 Cause The ink absorber is almost full. Action Tap OK on the touch screen to continue printing. Contact the service center.
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1712 Cause The ink absorber is almost full. Action Tap OK on the touch screen to continue printing. Contact the service center.
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1713 Cause The ink absorber is almost full. Action Tap OK on the touch screen to continue printing. Contact the service center.
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1714 Cause The ink absorber is almost full. Action Tap OK on the touch screen to continue printing. Contact the service center.
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1715 Cause The ink absorber is almost full. Action Tap OK on the touch screen to continue printing. Contact the service center.
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1871 Cause The cassette is not inserted. Action Close the paper output tray, push the cassette so that the mark on the cassette aligns with the mark on the machine. Open the paper output tray, then tap OK on the touch screen of the machine. Note •...
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1890 Cause The protective material for the print head holder or the tape may remain attached to the holder. Action Open the operation panel, then confirm that the protective material or the tape does not remain attached to the print head holder. If you find the protective material or the tape remains attached, remove it, then close the operation panel.
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2110 Cause The paper settings for printing or copying are different from the cassette paper information registered to the machine. Note • For details on the proper combination of paper settings you can specify by the printer driver or on the touch screen: Setting the Media Type with the Printer Driver and on the Printer (Windows)
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Select what to do as necessary. Note • Depending on the setting, the choices below may not be displayed. Print with paper in cass. settings Select if you want to print on the paper loaded in the cassette without changing the paper settings. For example, when the paper setting for printing or copying is B5 and the cassette paper information registered to the machine is A4, the machine starts printing or copying with B5 on the paper loaded in the cassette.
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Note • You can disable the message which prevents misprinting. When you disable the message, the machine starts printing or copying even though the paper settings for printing or copying and the cassette paper information registered to the machine are different. •...
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2120 Cause The paper settings of the cassette is not complete. Action If the following screen is displayed, the paper settings of cassette is not complete. Tap OK or Cancel on the touch screen of the machine to terminate the paper settings of the cassette.
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2700 Cause Some errors occurred while copying and a certain time passed. Action Tap OK on the touch screen to dismiss the error, and try to copy again.
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2900 Cause Scanning the print head alignment sheet has failed. Action Tap OK on the touch screen of the machine to dismiss the error, then take the actions described below. • Make sure that the print head alignment sheet is set in the correct position and orientation on the platen glass.
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2901 Cause Printing of the print head alignment pattern is complete and the machine is in waiting for scanning the sheet. Action Proceed to scan the printed alignment pattern. 1. Load the print head alignment sheet on the platen glass. Load the print head alignment sheet with the printed side facing down and align the mark on the upper left corner of the sheet with the alignment mark...
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The specified data cannot be printed. Action When you print the contents on CREATIVE PARK PREMIUM, confirm the message on the computer screen, make sure that genuine Canon ink tanks are installed properly for all colors, then start printing again.
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4103 Cause Cannot perform printing with the current print settings. Action Press the machine's Stop button to cancel printing. Then change the print settings and print again.
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5011 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
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5012 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
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5100 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Cancel printing and turn off the machine. Then confirm the following. • Confirm that there are no materials (e.g. the protective material or jammed paper) that is preventing the print head holder from moving. If any, remove the materials.
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5200 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
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5400 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
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5B00 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Contact the service center.
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5B01 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Contact the service center.
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5B12 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Contact the service center.
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5B13 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Contact the service center.
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5B14 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Contact the service center.
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5B15 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Contact the service center.
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6000 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
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6500 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
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6502 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
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6800 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
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6801 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
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6900 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
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6901 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
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6902 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
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6910 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
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6911 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
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6930 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
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6931 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
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6932 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
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6933 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
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6934 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
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6935 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
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6936 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
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6937 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
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6938 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
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6940 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
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6941 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
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6942 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
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6943 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
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6944 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
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6945 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
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6946 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
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B202 Cause An error requiring you to contact the service center has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Contact the service center.
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B203 Cause An error requiring you to contact the service center has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Contact the service center.
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B204 Cause An error requiring you to contact the service center has occurred. Action Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Contact the service center.
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C000 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Cancel printing and turn off the machine. Then confirm the following. • Confirm that there are no materials (e.g. the protective material or jammed paper) that is preventing the print head holder from moving. If any, remove the materials.